Surrender
Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers, Tom Petty, The Heartbreakers
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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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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.
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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.
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LyricsThe 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.
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Album ReceptionThe 'An American Treasure' box set, which includes "Surrender", was generally well-received by critics and fans alike, demonstrating Petty's enduring popularity.
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Live PerformanceThe song "Surrender" was played regularly during live performances by Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers during their 1980 tour.
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Band Contribution"Surrender" was a particular display of the band's collaborative dynamic, as it features strong performances from every member of The Heartbreakers.
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Musical StyleThe song embodies the classic rock sound that made Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers famous, featuring elements of country, folk, and blues.
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Song MeaningTom Petty was known for his remarkable songwriting. "Surrender" has resonated with listeners due to its universal theme of general life struggles and letting go.
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Lost TrackThis 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.
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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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