I Hate Myself for Loving You

Joan Jett

About I Hate Myself for Loving You

"I Hate Myself for Loving You" is a 1988 song from Joan Jett & the Blackhearts and the first single from the album Up Your Alley. The song reached No. 8 on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100, Jett's third single to reach the Top 10, and her first since "Crimson and Clover" in 1982. The song spent six weeks longer on the charts than did the group's biggest hit, "I Love Rock 'n' Roll" (which was on the chart for 20 weeks). Former Rolling Stones guitarist Mick Taylor played the guitar solo in the song. One of the backing vocalists featured on the Up Your Alley album was Louie Merlino, later the founder of the band Beggars & Thieves. Joan Jett & the Blackhearts received a nomination at the 31st Grammy Awards for Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocal for this song. The single charted at No. 39 on rock digital songs in September 10, 2011. 


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1992
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Midnight gettin' uptight where are you
You said you'd meet me now it's quarter to two
I know I'm hangin' but I'm still wantin' you

Hey Jack it's a fact they're talkin' in town
I turn my back and you're messin' around
I'm not getting jealous don't I like lookin' like a clown

I think of you every night and day
You took my heart then you took my pride away

I hate myself for loving you
Can't break free from the the things that you do
I wanna walk but I run back to you that's why
I hate myself for loving you

Daylight spent the night without you
But I've been dreamin' 'bout the lovin' you do
I'm not being angry 'bout the hell you put me through

Hey man bet you can treat me right
You just don't know what you was missin' last night
I wanna see you begging say forget it just from spite

I think of you every night and day
You took my heart then you took my pride away

I hate myself for loving you
Can't break free from the the things that you do
I wanna walk but I run back to you, that's why
I hate myself for loving you

I think of you every night and day
You took my heart then you took my pride away

I hate myself for loving you
Can't break free from the things that you do
I wanna walk but I run back to you that's why
I hate myself for loving you

I hate myself for loving you
Can't break free from the the things that you do
I wanna walk but I run back to you that's why
I hate myself for loving you

I hate myself
For loving you
I hate myself
For loving you
I hate myself
For loving you
I hate myself
I hate myself for loving you

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Joan Jett

Joan Jett (born Joan Marie Larkin; September 22, 1958) is an American rock guitarist, singer, songwriter, producer and occasional actress, best known for her work with Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, including their hit cover "I Love Rock 'n' Roll", which was No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 from March 20 to May 1, 1982, as well as for their other popular recordings including "Crimson and Clover", "I Hate Myself for Loving You", "Do You Want to Touch Me", "Light of Day", "Love Is All Around", "Bad Reputation". She has three albums that have been certified Platinum or Gold, and she has been referred to as the "Queen of Rock 'n' Roll" many times during her career. more »

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Written by: Desmond Child, Joan Jett

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13 facts about this song

Release Date
The rock song "I Hate Myself for Loving You" by Joan Jett and The Blackhearts was released in 1988.
Album
This song is from their album "Up Your Alley," which is considered one of their most successful releases.
Chart Performance
"I Hate Myself for Loving You" peaked at number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it one of Joan Jett's highest-charting singles.
Music Genre
The track is a classic example of hard rock and glam punk, and showcases Joan Jett's iconic gruff vocals.
Songwriters
The song was co-written by Joan Jett and Desmond Child, a songwriter renowned for his work with many top-charting artists including Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, and KISS.
Sports Connection
The popular refrain of this song was reworked in 2006 for the theme song of "Sunday Night Football" on NBC, performed by Pink, and later by Faith Hill and Carrie Underwood.
Music Video
The music video for the song features Jett and her band performing while participating in rebellious activities, embodying the punk rock scene of the 80s.
Riaa Certification
The single went gold in 1991, signifying over 500,000 sales.
Cover Versions
“I Hate Myself for Loving You” has been covered by numerous artists and bands including Halestorm and Reba McEntire.
Maturity of Work
This song is widely seen as a maturation in Joan Jett's sound and proved her staying power as an artist separate from her earlier involvement with the all-female rock band The Runaways.
Lyrical Content
The song lyrics reveal with honesty the self-conflict and regret that often comes with unrequited love.
Cultural Impact
The song has appeared in numerous pop culture contexts, including films (like '10 Things I Hate About You') and video games (like 'Guitar Hero: Aerosmith').
Awards
"I Hate Myself for Loving You" was nominated for the Best Rock Performance by a Duo or Group with vocal at the 31st Annual Grammy Awards in 1989.

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