I Need You

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About I Need You

"I Need You," released in 1972, is the second single by the band America from their eponymous debut album America. The song was written by Gerry Beckley. It appears on the live albums Live (1977), In Concert (1985), In Concert (King Biscuit), Horse With No Name - Live! (1995), and The Grand Cayman Concert (2002). The studio version is included on the compilation albums Highway (2000) and The Complete Greatest Hits (2001). George Martin remixed the studio recording for inclusion on History: America's Greatest Hits (1975). An alternate mix from 1971 appears on the 2015 release Archives, Vol. 1. 


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We used to laugh, we used to cry
We used to bow our heads then, wonder why
And now you're gone, I guess I'll carry on
And make the best of what you've left to me
Left to me, left to me

I need you like the flower needs the rain
You know I need you, guess I'll start it all again
You know I need you like the winter needs the spring
You know I need you, I need you

And every day, I'd laugh the hours away
Just knowing you were thinking of me
And then it came that I was put to blame
For every story told about me
About me, about me

I need you like the flower needs the rain
You know I need you, guess I'll start it all again
You know I need you, I need you
I need you like the winter needs the spring
You know I need you, guess I'll start it all again
You know I need you, I need you

I need you like the flower needs the rain
You know I need you, guess I'll start it all again
You know I need you, I need you
I need you like the winter needs the spring
You know I need you, guess I'll start it all again
You know I need you, I need you

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America

America is an English-American folk rock band, that originally consisted of Gerry Beckley, Dewey Bunnell and Dan Peek. The three members were barely out of their teens, when they became a musical sensation during 1972, scoring No. 1 hits and winning a Grammy for best new musical artist. Their recording success stretched throughout the 1970s; some of the band's best known songs are "A Horse with No Name", "Sister Golden Hair" (both of which reached No. 1), "Ventura Highway", "Tin Man", "Daisy Jane", and "Lonely People". George Martin produced seven of their albums. more »

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Written by: GERRY BECKLEY

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11 facts about this song

Year of Release
"I Need You" was released in July 1971, becoming the second single from the band's debut album "America."
Performance on Charts
The song enjoyed considerable success on the charts, peaking at number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Songwriters
"I Need You" was written by Gerry Beckley, a founding member of the band America.
Lyrics
The song's poignant lyrics deal with themes of love and longing, resulting in an emotional ballad.
Album Achievement
The album which contains "I Need You", named "America", was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in 1976.
Awards and Recognition
On its original release in 1971, "I Need You" was nominated for a Grammy award for Best New Song.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by several artists including Andy Williams, the Lettermen, and Bobby Vinton.
Later Performances
Over the decades, the song remained a permanent fixture in America's concert setlist, showcasing its enduring popularity amongst fans.
Music Video
Interestingly, the song does not have an official music video, considering the time it was released when music videos were not a common promotional strategy yet.
Unique Sound
The song is noteworthy for its signature harmonies and acoustic sound, a trademark of the band America.
Noted Influence
"I Need You" marked an important time in the 1970s folk-rock movement, with its success influencing the direction of popular music during the era.

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