Feel a Whole Lot Better
Gene Clark
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The reason why I can't say Gotta let you go babe and right away After what you did I can't stay on And I'll probably feel a whole lot better when you're gone Baby for a long time you had me believe You said your love was all mine and that's the way it would be I didn't know that you were putting me on And I'll probably feel a whole lot better when you're gone Oh when you're gone I got to say that it's not like before And I'm not gonna play your game anymore After what you did I can't stay on And I'll probably feel a whole lot better when you're gone Oh when you're gone Oh when you're gone Oh when you're gone*
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14 facts about this song
Singer-Songwriter Credits"Feel a Whole Lot Better" was written by Gene Clark, one of The Byrds' founding members.
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Album PlacementThe song was featured on the band's debut album, "Mr. Tambourine Man," which was released in June 1965.
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Musical RenditionsAlthough the song was originally performed by The Byrds, it was also covered by Tom Petty on his album "Full Moon Fever."
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Lyrics InfluenceGene Clark reportedly wrote "Feel a Whole Lot Better" in response to his then-frustrating relationship with a girlfriend.
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Chart PerformanceThe song did not chart when initially released. However, over time it has gained recognition as one of the band's best songs.
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LegacyRolling Stone Magazine named "Feel a Whole Lot Better" as one of the 500 greatest songs of all time in 2004.
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ProductionLike most songs on their debut album, “Feel a Whole Lot Better” was produced by Terry Melcher, a renowned record producer in the '60s.
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Song StyleThe song is often noted for its jangling Rickenbacker 12-string guitar riff, which was a characteristic sound of The Byrds.
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Song ReviewsMany music critics consider "Feel A Whole Lot Better" one of the Byrds' best songs, praising its haunting melody and darkly reflective lyrics.
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InspirationThe break-up theme of the song reflects Clark's fraught romantic relationships, a common inspiration for his songwriting.
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Album SuccessAlthough not a hit in its own right, the song contributed to the success of The Byrds' "Mr. Tambourine Man" album which peaked at number 6 on the Billboard 200 chart.
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Singing RoleWhile Gene Clark was the lead vocalist on most of The Byrds' original songs, "Feel a Whole Lot Better" had Roger McGuinn on lead vocals.
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Song Cover“Feel a Whole Lot Better” has been covered by other artists like The Flamin' Groovies and Roberta Flack.
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Cultural ImpactThe song has been used in various films and TV shows, including "High Fidelity" and “The Rocker,” underscoring its enduring popularity.
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