Surrender

Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers, Tom Petty, The Heartbreakers

About Surrender

"Surrender" is a song by American rock band Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers. The song has been recorded multiple times over the years but has never been included on a studio album. The song was first released in 2000 as a radio single from the compilation Anthology: Through the Years, and then a live version was available on The Live Anthology. A studio recording from the Damn the Torpedoes sessions was made available on the reissue of the album in 2010. In 2018, a version originally recorded in 1976 was released on the deluxe version of An American Treasure.  


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2018
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Don't talk crazy now
Take it easy
You just can't hold out forever
Don't you lie to me
You said you love me
Don't say you don't remember

'Cause you told me
Yeah, you did
And I'm not gonna let you forget

Well, I'm down on my knees
And I'm begging again
You tell me why that you have to pretend
I know you want me, why don't you give in?
Surrender

Don't let me down
I can't just hang around
Feeling this way forever
On your balcony
You said you love me
Don't say you don't remember

'Cause you told me
Yeah, you did
And I'm not gonna let you forget

Well, I'm down on my knees
And I'm begging again
You tell me why that you have to pretend
I don't like it when you looking at him

Surrender
Surrender to me
Baby, surrender, surrender

Surrender
Surrender
To me
Baby, surrender, surrender

Surrender
Surrender
To me
Baby, surrender, surrender

Surrender

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Tom Petty

Thomas Earl "Tom" Petty (born October 20, 1950) was an American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist. He was the frontman of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers and was a founding member of the late 1980s supergroup Traveling Wilburys and Mudcrutch. He had also performed under the pseudonyms of Charlie T. Wilbury, Jr. and Muddy Wilbury. more »

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Written by: Tom Petty

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10 facts about this song

Release Date
"Surrender" by Tom Petty was released posthumously as part of the box set 'An American Treasure' in 2018, more than a year after Petty's death.
Song History
"Surrender" was actually written during the 1970s. Although it was often included in live sets, it had never made it onto a studio album prior to its release in 2018.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "Surrender" are about young people facing the reality of adult responsibilities. According to Petty, the lyrics of this song were initially inspired by his own experiences and the experiences of his friends.
Album Reception
The 'An American Treasure' box set, which includes "Surrender", was generally well-received by critics and fans alike, demonstrating Petty's enduring popularity.
Live Performance
The song "Surrender" was played regularly during live performances by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers during their 1980 tour.
Band Contribution
"Surrender" was a particular display of the band's collaborative dynamic, as it features strong performances from every member of The Heartbreakers.
Musical Style
The song embodies the classic rock sound that made Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers famous, featuring elements of country, folk, and blues.
Song Meaning
Tom Petty was known for his remarkable songwriting. "Surrender" has resonated with listeners due to its universal theme of general life struggles and letting go.
Lost Track
This song had been considered a “lost” track for years before its eventual release because it was part of their concert setlist but never released on an album.
Record Label
"Surrender" was released under the Reprise Records label, which had been Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers' home since 1976.

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