I
Tom Jones
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I, I who have nothing I, I who have no one Adore you and want you so I'm just a no one with nothing to give you but, oh I love you He, he buys you diamonds Bright, sparkling diamonds But, believe me, dear, when I say That he can give you the world, but he'll never love you the way I love you He can take you any place he wants To fancy clubs and restaurants But I can only watch you with My nose pressed up against the window pane I, I who have nothing I, I who have no one Must watch you go dancing by Wrapped in the arms of somebody else when, darling, it's I Who loves you I love you I love you I love you
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Written by: Giulio Mogol Rapetti, Carlo Donida, Mike Stoller, Jerry Leiber
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
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10 facts about this song
Song Overview"I (Who Have Nothing)" is a song covered by Welsh singer Tom Jones. It was released in 1970.
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Original CompositionThe song was originally composed by Italian songwriters Mogol and Carlo Donida. In English, it was rewritten by Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller.
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Multiple CoversBefore Tom Jones, the song "I (Who Have Nothing)" was covered by many artists including Ben E. King and Shirley Bassey. However, Jones' rendition has become one of the most recognized.
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Personal Ranking"I (Who Have Nothing)" was among Tom Jones' top 20 Billboard Hot 100 hits.
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Global ReachThe song became a global success and was translated into various languages.
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Live PerformancesJones has included this song in his concert repertoire for many years, enhancing his fame as a live performer.
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Usage in Popular CultureThe song is heavily featured in popular culture including TV shows and movies. Notably, it was performed by Candice Glover in the 12th season of the well-known singing competition, "American Idol."
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InspirationalJones' rendition of "I (Who Have Nothing)" has influenced countless artists to cover the song, demonstrating the timeless appeal of his version.
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GenreThe song is classified as pop, soul, and traditional pop, highlighting Tom Jones' versatility as an artist.
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Chart PerformanceInvesting additional life into the song, Jones' version hit #14 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and #2 on the UK Singles Chart.
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