I Go to Pieces

Del Shannon

About I Go to Pieces

"I Go to Pieces" is a song written by Del Shannon which became a Top Ten hit for Peter and Gordon in 1965.


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When I see her comin' down the street,
I get so shaky and I feel so weak,
I tell my eyes to look the other way,
But they don't seem to hear a word I say, And I

Go to pieces and I want to cry,
Go to pieces and I almost die,
Every time my baby passes by.

I tell my arms they'll hold someone new,
Another love that will be so true,
But they won't listen they don't seem to care,
They reach for her, but she's not there, And I

Go to pieces and I want to cry,
Go to pieces and I almost die,
Every time my baby passes by.

I remember what she said when she said,
"Good-bye Baby, we'll meet again soon maybe,
But until we do, all my best to you."
I'm so lonely, think about her only.

I go to places that we used to go,
But I know she'll never show,
She's hurt me so much inside,
Now I hope that she is satisfied, 'Cause I

Go to pieces and I want to cry,
Go to pieces and I almost die,
Every time my baby passes by

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Del Shannon

Del Shannon (December 30, 1934 – February 8, 1990) was an American rock and roll singer-songwriter who had a No. 1 hit, "Runaway", in 1961. more »

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10 facts about this song

Songwriter
"I Go To Pieces" was not written by Del Shannon himself but by the famous songwriter Peter Asher, one half of the 60s pop duo Peter & Gordon.
Original Release
The song was originally recorded and released by Peter & Gordon in 1964.
Del Shannon's Version
Del Shannon's version of "I Go to Pieces" was released in 1965, a year after Peter & Gordon's original release.
Chart Performance
The Del Shannon version of the song became a major hit in the US. It peaked at number 76 on the Billboard Hot 100, showcasing Shannon's capable handling of the song.
Album Inclusion
"I Go to Pieces" was included on Del Shannon's 1965 album, "One Thousand Six-Hundred Sixty-One Seconds Of Del Shannon".
Cover Versions
Besides Shannon, "I Go to Pieces" has been covered by a number of artists over the years, including Rachel Sweet, Nils Lofgren, and Wreckless Eric.
Beatles Connection
A famous connection to the song is that Asher’s sister, Jane Asher, was Paul McCartney's girlfriend for a major part of the 60s. This could be a reason why several of Peter & Gordon's songs have a Beatles feel to them.
Song Theme
The song is about heartbreak, as the lyrics detail the anguish of seeing an ex-lover with someone new.
Musical Style
"I Go to Pieces" is classified as a pop and rock song, combining emotional lyrics with catchy, upbeat music.
Legacy
Despite not becoming a number one hit, "I Go to Pieces" has endured in popularity and is still recognized as a classic 60s pop-rock song. It is often associated with Shannon's biggest hit, "Runaway".

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