Here Without You
The Byrds
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Daytime just makes me be lonely At night I can only dream about you Girl you're on my mind Nearly all of the time It's so hard bein' here without you Words in my head keep repeating Things that you said when I was with you And I wonder is it true Do you feel the same way too It's so hard bein' here without you, Bein' here without you Though I know it won't last I'll see you someday It seems as though that day will come never But there's one thing I'll swear Though you're far away I'll be thinking about you forever Streets that I walk on depress me Ones that were happy when I was with you Still with all the friends I know And all the things I do It's so hard bein' here without you, Bein' here without you
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10 facts about this song
Genre"Here Without You" is a folk-rock song, combining elements of folk and rock music.
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AlbumThe song is off The Byrd's debut album, "Mr. Tambourine Man," released in 1965.
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CompositionThe song was composed by band member Gene Clark, who was one of the primary songwriters in The Byrds.
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InspirationMuch of Gene Clark's writing, including "Here Without You," was influenced by his love for Bob Dylan's work.
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Theme"Here Without You" is often described as a heart-wrenching ballad detailing the loneliness of being apart from a loved one.
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AchievementsWhile not a single in its own right, it is recognized as a standout track from the successful "Mr. Tambourine Man" album, which peaked at number 6 on the Billboard 200 chart.
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Music StyleThe sound of "Here Without You" features the signature jangly 12-string guitar sound that The Byrds are known for, as well as beautiful harmonies -- elements that help define "folk-rock."
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Critical ReceptionCritics have called "Here Without You" a near-perfect piece of melancholic pop and a testament to Gene Clark's writing ability.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by numerous artists over the years, proving its enduring appeal.
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Legacy"Here Without You" showcases Gene Clark’s significant influence in the band and marks his contribution to creating The Byrds' distinctive sound.
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