Come Back
J. Geils Band
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When you left me all alone You left me cryin' on my own Tell me, tell me, what you gonna do Tell me pretty baby Cause I'm still in love with you Come back (baby) Come back-won't you come back to me Come back (baby) Come back-won't you come back to me Here I'm standin' such a fool It's not like you babe Oh, don't be cruel Help me, help me Cause you know I'm not that strong Help me, help me darlin' I've been lonely for too long Come back (baby) Come back-won't you come back to me Come back (baby) Come back Tell me, tell me, what you gonna do Tell me pretty baby Cause I'm still in love with you Come back (baby) Come back-won't you come back to me Come back (baby) Come back-won't you come back to me Come back (baby) Come back-please come back to me darlin'-aah Come back (baby) Come back-won't you come back to me
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Written by: PETER WOLF, SETH JUSTMAN
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"Come Back" was released as a single by the J. Geils Band in 1980. It was featured on the band's twelfth album 'Love Stinks.'
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Chart PerformanceThis song managed to reach number 32 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in 1980, making it one of the band's biggest hits.
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Song OriginThe lyrics describe a man's plea for his partner to come back, which is a common theme in many rock and roll songs.
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Band HistoryThe J. Geils Band was an American rock band that was formed in 1968. "Come Back" is known as one of their most popular songs.
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Music StyleThe music style of "Come Back" carries the typical J. Geils Band vibe - a blend of rock, blues, and R&B with catchy, sing-along choruses.
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Songwriting CreditJust like the most songs of the band, "Come Back" was written by the band's keyboardist Seth Justman and lead singer Peter Wolf.
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Production ElementsThe song features a blend of electric guitar, harmonica, piano, and powerful vocals which are pivotal to its rock and roll essence.
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Music VideoThe music video for "Come Back" was directed by Paul Justman, brother of Seth Justman. It includes multiple scenes from live concerts and past music videos, showcasing the energetic performances of the band.
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BackgroundAt the time "Come Back" was written, the band was navigating a shift in their music to a more mainstream, commercial sound after their earlier blues-rock style.
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LegacyDespite its popularity at the time, "Come Back" like many J. Geils Band songs has continued to find new audiences due to its timeless rock and roll sound.
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