I Need You
The Kinks
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I need you, I need you more than birds need the sky. I need you, it's true little girl, That you can lift the tears from my eyes. But if you ever tell me good-bye, I'll break down and you'll hear me cry. I need you, More than anybody else has needed anyone before. I need you, There's no one else to stand in your place. I need you, you know little girl, That you can keep the smile on my face. But if you ever tell me good-bye, I'll break down and you'll hear me cry. I need you, More than anybody else has needed anyone before. I need you, There's no one else to stand in your place. I need you, you know little girl, That you can keep the smile on my face. But if you ever tell me good-bye, I'll break down and you'll hear me cry. I need you, More than anybody else has needed anyone before. More than anybody else has needed anyone before. I need you, I need you, I need you.
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Written by: RAY DAVIES
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10 facts about this song
Release Date"I Need You" by The Kinks was released in 1965 as the B-side of their single "Set Me Free."
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Lyrical ContentThe song is widely regarded as one of the rawest expression of lead vocalist Ray Davis' penchant for portraying emotional vulnerability in the band's early days.
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Song CreationGuitarist, Dave Davies, is typically credited with creating the key guitar riff in "I Need You", demonstrating his essential contribution to the band's unique sound.
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Album InclusionDespite its popularity, "I Need You" was never included on a studio album during the band's original run. It has since appeared on numerous compilation albums.
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Impact"I Need You" often regarded as a key proto-punk track that had considerable influence on the genre, particularly noted by bands like The Jam and The Pretenders.
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Live Performances"I Need You" was rarely performed live by The Kinks, making it a bit of a hidden gem among the band's discography.
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Music StyleThe song exemplifies The Kinks' early raw, high energy style which separated them from their British Invasion contemporaries.
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Solo PerformancesRay Davies has occasionally included "I Need You" in his solo performances, reflecting its enduring appeal.
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Influences"I Need You" also displays the garage rock influences inherent in The Kinks' early sound, including a lack of a traditional solo and a simple, powerful guitar riff.
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Artist PerspectiveEven though "I Need You" was not one of The Kinks' biggest hits, band members have expressed in interviews that they regard it as a significant track in their discography.
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