In Love With a Girl
Gavin DeGraw
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So many people gonna say that they want you, To try to get you thinking they really care, But there's nothing like the warmth of the one Who has put in the time and you know he's gonna be there, Back your border when she knows someone crossed it, Don't let nobody put you down, who your with Take the pain of protecting your name, From the crutch to the cane to the high wire I'm in love with a girl who knows me better, Fell for the women just when I met her, Took my sweet time when I was bitter, Someone understands, And she knows how to treat a fella right, Give me that feeling every night, Wants to make love when I wanna fight, Now someone understand me, I'm in love with a girl (I'm in love with) [x2] Out the many broken back doors and windows, Through the valley of the love of the lost, Is a hole that is cut through the souls falling down From the thrones without leaving any windows, But you drown in a piece for the moment, The moment was over in time, Then its gone the hit and run the tactless one has a short life I'm in love with a girl who knows me better, Fell for the women just when I met her, Took my sweet time when I was bitter, Someone understands, And she knows how to treat a fella right, Give me that feeling every night, Wants to make love when I wanna fight, Now someone understand me, I'm in love with a girl (I'm in love with) [x2] Gonna tell you what you do to think you practice what you preach, Now I know there's nothing we cant preach, Cause the heart can't erase once it Finds a place to be warm and welcome, To be held in shelter I'm in love with a girl who knows me better, Fell for the women just when I met her, Took my sweet time when I was bitter, Someone understands, And she knows how to treat a fella right, Give me that feeling every night, Wants to make love when I wanna fight, Now someone understand me, I'm in love with a girl (I'm in love with) [x2] I'm in love with a girl (I'm in love with) Who knows me better Wants to make love when I wanna fight Now someone understand me
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Written by: Gavin Degraw
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Release Details"In Love with a Girl" is a song written and performed by American singer-songwriter Gavin DeGraw.
- The song was released as the lead single from his self-titled second studio album.
- It was released by J Records in February 2008.
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Songwriting CreditsGavin DeGraw wrote "In Love with a Girl" in collaboration with songwriter, producer, and musician Max Martin.
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Chart Performance"In Love with a Girl" peaked at number 24 on the Billboard Hot 100, making it DeGraw's highest-charting song until the release of "Not Over You" in 2011.
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Music VideoThe music video for "In Love with a Girl" was directed by Wayne Isham.
- In the video, actress Kristin Cavallari, best known for her role in the reality series "The Hills," plays DeGraw's love interest.
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Pop Culture InfluenceThe song was featured in the promotion for the 2008 season of "American Idol."
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Genre and Style"In Love with a Girl" is described as a pop rock song, characterized by DeGraw's heartfelt vocal performance.
- The song utilizes prominent guitar riffs and has a catchy, anthemic chorus that reflects DeGraw's proficiency in crafting pop hooks.
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ReceptionThe song received mixed reviews from music critics. While some praised its catchy melody and relatable lyrics, others criticized it for being too formulaic.
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Live PerformancesDeGraw has frequently performed the song in his live shows and it has become one of his signature tracks.
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Personal Significance"In Love with a Girl" has a special significance for DeGraw as it marked a turning point in his career, solidifying his status as a mainstream pop artist.
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Streaming SuccessThe song remains one of Gavin DeGraw's most popular tracks on digital platforms like Spotify and YouTube, with millions of plays.
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Release and Chart Position"In Love with a Girl" was released in February 2008 as the lead single from Gavin DeGraw's second studio album, "Gavin DeGraw". It climbed to position 24 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it DeGraw's second highest peaking song after "I Don't Want to Be".
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Song WriterThe song was entirely penned by Gavin DeGraw, showcasing his talent not only as a performer but also as a songwriter.
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Music Video DetailsDirected by Wayne Isham, the music video for "In Love with a Girl" featured actress Kristin Cavallari. The video battle between DeGraw's band and another band was filmed in Los Angeles.
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Genre ClassificationThe song falls into the genre of pop-rock and embodies DeGraw's soulful voice and catchy choruses that appeal to a widespread audience.
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Album SuccessThe success of "In Love with a Girl" contributed significantly to the popularity of Gavin DeGraw's self-titled second album, which debuted at number one on the digital sales chart and ranked at number seven on Billboard's Top 200 album chart.
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Lyrics MeaningThe song tells a story of a man in love with a woman who has been mistreated in previous relationships. Gavin DeGraw sings about being the one to treat her right.
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Live PerformancesGavin DeGraw has performed "In Love with a Girl" on many TV shows, including 'The Tonight Show with Jay Leno' and 'The Ellen DeGeneres Show'.
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Production Team"In Love with a Girl" was produced by Howard Benson, a Grammy-nominated producer known for his work with other artists like My Chemical Romance and All American Rejects.
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Commercial UseThis song was used in promos for the 2008 season of the CW show ‘One Tree Hill’.
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Song Reception"In Love with a Girl" received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised DeGraw's vocals and the song's pop-rock arrangement.
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