I Knew I'd Want You

The Byrds

About I Knew I'd Want You

"I Knew I'd Want You" is a song by the folk rock band the Byrds, written by band member Gene Clark, and first released as the B-side to their 1965 debut single, "Mr. Tambourine Man". It was also later included on their debut album, Mr. Tambourine Man.


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1965
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I'd like to love you , with all of my heart
You've had me on your trip, right from the start
And when you looked at me, with love in your eyes
I knew I'd want you, oh yeah

I'd like to hold you, if you want me to
I've found something new girl, just by looking at you
And it's in your smile, and it's in the way
I knew I'd want you, oh yeah

I meet so many people, I feel I don't know
But I felt so close to you, when you said hello
I'd like to love you, and together we'd find
The place we've been looking for, we'll have peace of mind
There we'll be happy, and there I'll know why
I knew I'd want you, oh yeah

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The Byrds

The Byrds ( /ˈbɜrdz/) were an American rock band, formed in Los Angeles, California in 1964. The band underwent multiple line-up changes throughout its existence, with frontman Roger McGuinn (aka Jim McGuinn) remaining the sole consistent member, until the group disbanded in 1973. Although they only managed to attain the huge commercial success of contemporaries like The Beatles, The Beach Boys, and The Rolling Stones for a short period of time (1965–66), The Byrds are today considered by critics to be one of the most influential bands of the 1960s. Initially, they pioneered the musical genre of folk rock, melding the influence of The Beatles and other British Invasion bands with contemporary and traditional folk music. As the 1960s progressed, the band was a… more »

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Written by: GENE CLARK

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10 facts about this song

Release and Reception
"I Knew I'd Want You" was released on March 22, 1965, as the B-side to "Mr Tambourine Man", becoming one of The Byrds' most influential songs. Despite being a B-side, the song received significant attention on its own.
Songwriter Details
The song is written by Gene Clark, the primary songwriter of the group during its early years, evidencing his strong influence in the band's signature sound.
Folk Rock Style
"I Knew I'd Want You" was one of the songs that helped define the folk rock style of The Byrds, blending elements of traditional folk music with rock and roll.
Lyrics and Themes
The song is characterized by its lyric themes of longing and unfulfilled desire, featured prominently in the iconic refrain, ‘I knew I'd need you'.
Vocal Harmony
The Byrds' distinctive vocal harmonies are a highlight of "I Knew I'd Want You", with the band's members harmonizing beautifully over the song's dreamy melody.
Influence
Though not as zeitgeist-defining as "Mr. Tambourine Man," the song demonstrated The Byrds' range and suggested their potential to make significant contributions to the evolving '60s music scene.
Retrospective Recognition
In his retrospective review of the "Mr. Tambourine Man" single, Richie Unterberger of AllMusic described "I Knew I'd Want You" as an "ethereal ballad with a circular, slightly ominous melody." His comments exemplify the song's enduring appeal and recognition in popular culture.
Studio Details
"I Knew I'd Want You" was recorded in Columbia Studios, Hollywood, in January 1965. This period was a time of intense creativity and innovative music production for the band.
Unique Sound
The song exhibits The Byrds' trademark mix of Beatles-esque vocal harmonies, jangly guitar work, and dark, introspective lyrics, which made them one of the pioneering acts of folk rock.
Vinyl Records
Original vinyl copies of the "I Knew I'd Want You" single today are considered highly valuable by record collectors and fans of The Byrds.

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