More Than Words
Extreme
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Saying I love you Is not the words I want to hear from you It's not that I want you Not to say, but if you only knew How easy it would be to show me how you feel More than words is all you have to do to make it real Then you wouldn't have to say that you love me 'Cause I'd already know What would you do if my heart was torn in two More than words to show you feel That your love for me is real What would you say if I took those words away Then you couldn't make things new Just by saying I love you More than words La di da, da di da, di dai dai da Now I've tried to talk to you and make you understand All you have to do is close your eyes And just reach out your hands and touch me Hold me close don't ever let me go More than words is all I ever needed you to show Then you wouldn't have to say that you love me 'Cause I'd already know What would you do if my heart was torn in two More than words to show you feel That your love for me is real What would you say if I took those words away Then you couldn't make things new Just by saying I love you La di da, da di da, di dai dai da More than words La di da, da di da, di dai dai da More than words La di da, da di da La di da, da di da, more than words La di da, da di da, di dai dai da La di da, da di da, more than words (oh uh uh uh) More than words
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Written by: Gary F. Cherone, Nuno Bettencourt
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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9 facts about this song
Band Background"More Than Words" is a song by the American rock band Extreme.
- The band was formed in Malden, Massachusetts in 1985.
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Song ReleaseThe song was first released in 1990 on the band's album, "Extreme II: Pornograffitti (A Funked Up Fairy Tale)".
- It was later released as a single in 1991.
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Commercial Success"More Than Words" was a commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
- It also peaked at number two in the UK Singles Chart, and number one in Canada, Netherlands, and Norway.
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Song FeaturesThe song is a ballad built around acoustic guitar work by Nuno Bettencourt and the vocals of Gary Cherone.
- The song specifically is a departure from the funk metal that had permeated the band's style previous to this song.
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Unique Video ConceptThe music video for "More Than Words" is notable for being shot in black and white and featuring only the members of the band.
- The simplicity of the video compliments the acoustic nature of the song.
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Song MeaningIt is often interpreted as a calling for lovers to show each other how they feel through actions rather than simply saying "I love you".
- The song demonstrates the common saying that "actions speak louder than words."
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Popularity in Popular Culture"More Than Words" has been used in numerous TV shows and films, including the television sitcom 'The King of Queens' and the film 'Rock of Ages'.
- The song was also performed by contestants on reality TV shows like "American Idol" and "The Voice."
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Cover VersionsMany artists have covered the song, including Donny Osmond, Naturally 7, and Korean pop singer Kim Jong Kook.
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Awards and RecognitionIn 1992, "More Than Words" was nominated for the Grammy Award for Best Pop Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals.
- It continues to be recognized as one of the greatest ballads in rock music history.
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