I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better

Gene Clark

About I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better

"I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better" is a song by the Los Angeles folk rock band the Byrds, first released in June 1965 on the B-side of the band's second single, "All I Really Want to Do". Despite initially being released as a B-side, the song managed to chart in its own right in the U. S., just outside the Billboard Hot 100. It was also included on the Byrds' debut album, Mr. Tambourine Man. The song was written by band member Gene Clark, who also sings the lead vocal. "I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better" has been covered by a number of different artists over the years, and is regarded by fans and critics as one of the Byrds' best known songs.  


Year:
1987
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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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Gene Clark

Harold Eugene "Gene" Clark (November 17, 1944 – May 24, 1991) was an American singer-songwriter, and one of the founding members of the folk-rock group The Byrds. more »

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14 facts about this song

Songwriter Origin
"I'll Feel A Whole Lot Better" was written by Gene Clark, who was a member of The Byrds. He was the band's main songwriter in the early period.
Release Year
This song was released in June 1965 as part of the band's debut album, "Mr. Tambourine Man."
B-Side Song
The song was also included as the B-side of The Byrds' second single, "All I Really Want to Do."
Genre
"I'll Feel A Whole Lot Better" falls into the folk rock genre, with a distinctive influence from pop music.
Lyrical Theme
The lyrics of the song narrate the decision of leaving a damaging relationship, providing a bright contrast with the upbeat music.
Influence and Lauds
In 2004, Rolling Stone Magazine listed "I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better" at number 237 in its list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.
Cover Version
Apart from The Byrds, the song was covered by other artists, including Tom Petty who included his rendition in his 1989 album "Full Moon Fever."
Critical Acclaim for Clark
Although Gene Clark struggled with anxiety which hampered his live performances leading to him departing from The Byrds, his songwriting abilities were widely acclaimed. “I’ll Feel A Whole Lot Better" is considered one of his masterpieces.
Recording Location
The song was recorded at Columbia Studios, Hollywood.
Song's Structure
The song's arrangement includes a famous McGuinn’s 12-string Rickenbacker guitar intro, making it a classic example of the band's sonic signature.
Lead Vocals
Even though Clark wrote the song, the lead vocals were performed by Roger McGuinn.
Duration
The song has a duration of 2 minutes and 32 seconds.
Recognition
The song was ranked at #280 by Rolling Stone in their December 11, 2003 issue, amongst The 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.
Music Video
The original song "I'll Feel a Whole Lot Better" does not have an official music video, as it was released in the 60s before music videos became popular.

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