Yes
McAlmont & Butler
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So you wanna know me now How I've been You can't help someone recover After what you did So tell me am I looking better? Have you forgot Whatever it was that you couldn't stand About me about me about me? Because Yes I do feel better Yes I do I feel alright I feel well enough to tell you what you can do with what you got To offer You wanna know me now How I've been You can't help someone recover After what you did So tell me am I looking better? Have you forgot Whatever it was that you couldn't stand About me about me about me? Because Yes I do feel better Yes I do I feel alright I feel well enough to tell you what you can do with what you got to offer Because Yes I do feel better Yes I do I feel alright I feel well enough to tell you what you can do with what you got To offer On and on and on and on and on and on and has no-one said Stay away, stay away I'm better Ye-ea-ea-ea-yes! Ye-ea-ea-ea-yes! Ye-ea-ea-ea-yes! Ye-ea-ea-ea-yes! I feel well enough to tell you what you can do with what you got I feel well enough to tell you what you can do with what you got I feel well enough to tell you what you can do with what you got I feel well enough to tell you what you can do with what you got I feel well enough to tell you what you can do with what you got I feel well enough to tell you what you can do with what you got I feel well enough to tell you what you can do with what you got I feel well enough to tell you what you can do with what you got.
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Written by: Bernard Butler, David McAlmont
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
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11 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Yes" by McAlmont & Butler is generally classified as Britpop, a subgenre of alternative rock that emerged from the United Kingdom in the mid-1990s.
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Chart PerformanceThe song was a hit in the UK where it reached number 8 in the UK Singles Chart in May 1995.
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Duo FormationThe duo, McAlmont & Butler, was formed by ex-Suede guitarist Bernard Butler and singer David McAlmont. They came together after both had recently departed from their previous bands.
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Song ThemeThe song "Yes" generally expresses themes of affirmation, hope, and victory over emotional adversities.
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Prominent InstrumentsThe song is noted for its prominent string arrangements, reflecting Butler's respect for the dramatic, '60s-sounding Phil Spector production style.
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Critical RecognitionNME magazine ranked "Yes" at number 44 in their list of the 50 greatest indie anthems ever.
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Reissue"Yes" was reissued in 1996 as the lead track to an EP, "You Do", and reached number 17 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Album InclusionThe song is featured in their debut album "The Sound of McAlmont and Butler" which was released in August 1995.
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Live PerformancesDavid McAlmont is known for his flamboyant performances when playing "Yes" live, often involving high kicks and dramatic gestures.
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Collaborative RelationshipMcAlmont and Butler have had a tumultuous relationship over the years, disbanding and reuniting several times, but "Yes" still remains their signature song.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been also covered by other artists, including alternative rock band The Divine Comedy.
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