I Wanna Be Adored
The Stone Roses
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I don't have to sell my soul He's already in me I don't need to sell my soul He's already in me I want to be adored I want to be adored I don't have to sell my soul He's already in me I don't need to sell my soul He's already in me I want to be adored I want to be adored Adored I want to be adored You adore me You adore me You adore me I want to I want to I want to be adored I want to I want to I want to be adored I want to I want to I want to be adored I want to I want to I gotta be adored I want to be adored
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Written by: Ian George Brown, John Squire
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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10 facts about this song
Band Origin"I Wanna Be Adored" is a song by The Stone Roses, a rock band formed in Manchester, UK, in 1983.
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Album HistoryThis track is the first song on their self-titled debut album, "The Stone Roses," which was released in 1989.
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Popular RankingThe song is one of the band's most popular tracks and has continuously featured in various lists of the greatest songs of all time.
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Distinct FeatureThe intro to "I Wanna Be Adored" is lengthy, consisting of a slow build-up that lasts over a minute before the lyrics begin.
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Music VideoThe song's music video was filmed on Llandudno beach in Wales and directed by Douglas Hart, a former member of the band the Jesus and Mary Chain.
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Lyrics MeaningThe lyrics are seen as a stark statement of intent from the band, an assertion of their desire for success.
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Controversial ElementDespite its popularity, the song has been controversial due to allegations it promotes a narcissistic attitude.
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Live PerformancesThe song was often used by the band to open their live performances, including their legendary Spike Island concert in 1990.
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Cover VersionsSeveral artists have covered "I Wanna Be Adored," including Ravonettes and Robert Levon Been.
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Influence and LegacyThe Stone Roses' music, including "I Wanna Be Adored," helped to inspire the Britpop movement of the 1990s. Their sound has influenced several artists, including Oasis and Arctic Monkeys.
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