Nice to Be with You

Gallery

About Nice to Be with You

"Nice to Be with You" is a 1972 song by Gallery, written by Jim Gold. It became an international Top 5 hit, reaching #4 on the U. S. Billboard Hot 100 and #1 on the U. S. Cash Box Top 100. It also reached #1 in Canada. The song reached #4 in Australia and #2 in New Zealand.


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2015
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Oh, it's so nice to be with you
I love all the things ya say and do
And it's so nice to hear you say
You're gonna please me in every way
Honey, I got the notion
You're causin' commotion in my soul

Baby, you and me have got somethin' that's real
I know it's gonna last a lifetime
ya better believe it, girl
At night I call your name
Darkness fills my room, I'm only dreamin'
About the time I'm gonna be with you

Oh, it's so nice to be with you
I love all the things ya say and do
And it's so nice to hear you say
You're gonna please me in every way
Honey, I got the notion
You're causin' commotion in my soul

When I'm feelin' down
You're there to pick me up and help me to carry on
Aww, little things mean a lot
When you need a shoulder to cry on
I'm there to ease the pain and chase away the rain
Aww, darlin', I just gotta say

Oh, it's so nice to be with you
I love all the things ya say and do
And it's so nice to hear you say
You're gonna please me in every way

Oh, it's so nice to be with you
I love all the things ya say and do

And it's so nice to hear you say
You're gonna please me in every way

Oh, it's so nice to be with you
I love all the things ya say and do

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Gallery

Gallery was an American soft rock band of the 1970s. It was formed in Detroit, Michigan by Jim Gold. While Gallery did record a number of songs, they are most famous for their 1972 hit single, "Nice to Be with You", written by Gold. The song was arranged and produced by Dennis Coffey and Mike Theodore and released by Sussex Records, which earned the band a gold record for sales of one million copies. The song reached #4 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100. Gallery also had a hit in 1972 with a cover of Mac Davis' "I Believe in Music," which charted moderately well at number 22. They also toured across the South Pacific. more »

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Written by: JIM GOLD

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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10 facts about this song

Album Facts
"Nice to Be with You" is a song from the album "Gallery", which was released in 1972. This was the first album by the American soft rock band named Gallery.
Chart Performance
The song was a huge success for Gallery, peaking at No.4 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 during the summer of 1972. It also became a hit worldwide, reaching No.1 in Canada and performing well in various other countries too.
Song Information
"Nice to Be with You" was written by the Michigan songwriter Jim Gold, who was also the front man of Gallery. He wrote the song about his girlfriend at the time.
Single Release
The song was released as a single in 1972 and stands out as Gallery's biggest hit. Its success helped cement Gallery as one of the popular soft rock bands of the early '70s.
Cover Versions
A number of artists have covered "Nice to Be with You" over the years, including popular folk-rock singer Judy Collins in 1973.
Streaming and Digital Sales
The song is still popular today, with millions of plays on streaming platforms like Spotify, and significant digital sales on platforms like iTunes.
Music Genre
The song is characterized by its soft rock sound, which was groundbreaking in the early 1970s.
Break from Touring
According to Jim Gold, the song was actually written during a lull in the band's touring schedule. They were stuck in a hotel due to a snowstorm, and the song was written in a single night.
Band’s Future
Despite the success of "Nice to Be with You," Gallery would never again reach the level of popularity they experienced with this single. However, they remained active for several years and released multiple albums.
Lifespan of the Band
Gallery was active from 1970 until 1976. Despite a relatively short lifespan, the band left an indelible mark on the music industry, largely thanks to their catchy hit, "Nice to Be With You."

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