If You Wanna

The Vaccines

About If You Wanna

"If You Wanna" is the third single by English indie rock band The Vaccines, from their debut album What Did You Expect from The Vaccines? The single was released in the United Kingdom on 18 March 2011. The single debuted at number fifty-three on the UK Singles Chart upon release in March 2011, peaking at number thirty-five in April 2012.


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Well I don't want to wake up in the morning
But I've got to face the day
That's what all the friends I do not like as much as you say

I don't want to do things independently
But I can't make you stay
That's what all the friends I do not like as much as you say

But if you wanna come back it's alright, it's alright
It's alright if you wanna come back
Do you wanna come back? It's alright, it's alright
It's alright if you wanna come back to me

Well I don't want to see you with another guy
But the fact is that I may
That's what all the friends I do not like as much as you say

Well give it just another couple months or so
Then you'll be OK
That's what all the friends I do not like as much as you say

All alone, all alone
I, I am on my own
Alone, all alone
I, I am on my own

But if you wanna come back it's alright, it's alright
It's alright if you wanna come back
Do you wanna come back? It's alright, it's alright
It's alright if you wanna come back to me

But do you wanna come back it's alright, it's alright
It's alright if you wanna come back
Do you wanna come back? It's alright, it's alright
It's alright if you wanna come back
Do you wanna come back? It's alright, it's alright
It's alright if you wanna come back
Do you wanna come back? It's alright, it's alright
It's alright if you wanna come back to me

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The Vaccines

The Vaccines are an English indie rock band who formed in West London in 2010. The band's debut album, What Did You Expect from the Vaccines?, was released through Columbia Records on 14 March 2011 and reached number 4 in the UK Album Chart. They drew comparisons to Ramones, The Strokes and The Jesus And Mary Chain. The band, however, has spoken of influences ranging from "'50s rock 'n' roll to 80s American hardcore and good pop music". They have opened for The Walkmen, The Stone Roses, Arctic Monkeys, Red Hot Chili Peppers and Arcade Fire. Their second studio album Come of Age was released in the UK on 3 September 2012. more »

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Written by: Arni Hjorvar Arnason, Freddie Clayton Cowan, Peter Gareth Christopher Robertson, Justin James Hayward-Young

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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10 facts about this song

Genre
"If You Wanna" is classified under the indie rock and post-punk revival genres.
Release Date
The song was released on 18 March 2011, serving as the second single from The Vaccines' debut studio album “What Did You Expect from The Vaccines?”.
Chart success
The track enjoyed considerable chart success, peaking at No. 35 on the UK Singles Chart and No. 3 on the UK Indie Chart.
Music Video
The music video for "If You Wanna" was directed by Max Knight. The black and white video features the band performing this song.
Album Success
It contributed significantly to the success of the album, “What Did You Expect from The Vaccines?”, which debuted at number 4 on the UK Albums Chart and was certified Platinum by the BPI.
Critical Reception
The song was largely well-received by critics and often used as an example highlighting the band's potential. NME described it as "an indie belter", while Digital Spy praised its "instantly catchy chorus".
Festival Performances
"If You Wanna" has been a staple at the band's live performances, including big festival slots such as at the Reading and Leeds Festival.
Lyrical Theme
The lyrics of the song discuss the confusion and complexities of a romantic relationship on the rocks.
Band Members
The Vaccines are a British band formed in 2010. The members who performed on "If You Wanna" are Justin Hayward-Young (vocals, guitar), Freddie Cowan (lead guitar, vocals), Árni Árnason (bass, vocals), and Pete Robertson (drums).
Inspiration
In an interview, the band's lead singer Justin Hayward-Young once mentioned that the song was inspired by the simplicity and directness of 1950s American rock 'n roll.

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