I Want You
Marvin Gaye
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I want you, the right way I want you But I want you to want me, too Want you to want me baby Just like I want you Oh, I'll give you all the love I want in return, sweet darling But half the love is all I feel Ooh, it's too bad it's just too sad You don't want me now But I'm gonna change your mind Someway, somehow, aw baby I want you, the right way I want you But I want you to want me, too Want you to want me baby Just like I want you One way love is just a fantasy To share is precious, pure and fair Don't play with somethin' You should cherish for life, oh baby Don't you want to care Ain't it lonely out there I want you, the right way I want you But I want you to want me too Want you to want me baby Just like I want you I want you, the right way I want you But I want you to want me too Want you to want me baby Just like I want you
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Written by: Arthur Ross, Leon Ware
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10 facts about this song
Historical Context"I Want You" is a song by American soul artist Marvin Gaye, released in 1976 on his nineteenth studio album of the same name.
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Genre ClassificationThe song, as well as the album, marked a departure from Gaye's signature Motown sound, instead exploring elements of funk, soul, and disco music.
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Song Inspiration"I Want You" was reportedly inspired by Janis Hunter, Gaye's girlfriend and eventually wife. Many believe the song to be a declaration of his intense desire and love for her.
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Musical ArrangementThe song is characterized by a slow, sensual rhythm and complex orchestration, extensively using multi-tracked vocals and percussive elements characteristic of funk and disco.
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Chart Performance"I Want You" was a commercial success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard R&B Singles chart. It also secured a spot in the top 20 of the Billboard Hot 100.
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Artwork SignificanceThe artwork for the "I Want You" album was created by Ernie Barnes, a famous African-American painter. It is called "Sugar Shack" and it gained even more popularity after being featured on the cover of the album.
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LegacyThe song is still critically acclaimed and continues to inspire a range of artists in the modern age. It has been covered by several famous musicians such as Robert Palmer, Madonna, and Quincy Jones among others.
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Song DurationThe original album version of the song runs for nearly five minutes, while a shorter version was released for radio and single formats.
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CollaboratorsThe song was a collaboration between Marvin Gaye and producer Leon Ware. Moreover, the sonically rich orchestration was arranged by Gene Page, known for his work with Barry White.
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Album SuccessThe "I Want You" album was one of Gaye's best-selling record, achieving a double platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America.
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