I'd Love You To Want Me
Lobo, Joe Simon
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When I saw you standing there I about fell off my chair When you moved your mouth to speak I felt the blood go to my feet Now it took time for me to know What you tried so not to show Something in my soul just cried I see the want in your blue eyes Baby, I'd love you to want me The way that I want you The way that it should be Baby, you'd love me to want you The way that I want to If you'd only let it be You told yourself years ago You'd never let your feelings show The obligation that you made Baby, I'd love you to want me The way that I want you The way that it should be Baby, you'd love me to want you The way that I want to If you'd only let it be
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Written by: KENT LAVOIE
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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11 facts about this song
Song Release"I'd Love You to Want Me" was released by Lobo in the year 1972 as the lead single from his second studio album, "Of a Simple Man".
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Chart SuccessThe song peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it Lobo's highest-charting single in the United States. It also reached number one in multiple countries including Canada and Australia..
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Covers and TranslationsThe song has been covered and translated into several languages. Notably, it was covered by American country music artist John Holt and German singer Wolfgang Petry.
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Influence in Pop Culture"I'd Love You to Want Me" has been featured in a number of TV shows and movies, including "Cold Case" and "Velvet".
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Singer's BackgroundLobo, whose real name is Roland Kent LaVoie, is an American singer-songwriter who achieved significant success in the 1970s.
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Song's SentimentThe song is a romantic expression of longing and love, and has become something of a classic in the pop and soft rock genres.
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Songwriting CreditsLike most of Lobo's songs, "I'd Love You to Want Me" was written by the artist himself, showcasing his songwriting talent.
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LongevityDespite being several decades old, "I'd Love You to Want Me" remains popular today and is frequently played on classic hit radio stations.
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Song's MelodyThe song features a memorable melody and heartfelt lyrics, making it a favorite among both listeners and musicians.
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Worldwide PopularityIn addition to its popularity in the U.S, the song also sold well in the UK reaching the top 5 in the UK Singles Chart and topped the chart in several other countries.
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Album SuccessThe parent album, "Of a Simple Man" was also successful, hitting number 37 on the Billboard 200.
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