If You Want My Love
Cheap Trick
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Ah Ah [Chorus:] If you want my love you got it When you need my love you got it I won't hide it I won't throw your love away, ooh [Chorus] Yes, I thought you were a mystery girl A special girl in this crazy old world You couldn't see me when I laid eyes on you 'Cause lonely is only a place You don't know what it's like You can't fight it It's a hole in my heart, in my heart [Chorus] You hold the secrets of love in this world I'm hypnotized by your every word A special face, a special voice A special smile in my life 'Cause lonely is only a place You don't know what it's like You can't fight it It's a hole in my heart, in my heart [Chorus x3]
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Written by: Rick Nielsen
Lyrics © SONGS OF MOJO, LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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12 facts about this song
Origin"If You Want My Love" is a song by American rock band Cheap Trick.
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Release InformationIt was released in 1980 as a single from the band's fourth studio album "All Shook Up."
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 45 on the Billboard Hot 100.
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SongwritingThe song was written by the band's lead guitarist Rick Nielsen.
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Beatles InfluenceBoth the song and the album were heavily influenced by The Beatles, with the song's melodic structure and harmony arrangement being reminiscent of the famous British band.
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Music Video"If You Want My Love" has a music video, which was one of the first to feature a narrative storyline.
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Critical ReceptionMany critics have praised the song for its rich melodies and evocative lyrics.
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Band’s Line-upWhen the song was recorded, Cheap Trick featured Robin Zander on vocals, Rick Nielsen on guitar, Bun E. Carlos on drums, and Tom Petersson on bass.
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ProductionThe song, as well as the entire "All Shook Up" album, was produced by George Martin, famous for his work with The Beatles.
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Live Performances"If You Want My Love" has been a regular part of Cheap Trick's live performances since its release.
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Song's CoverAustralian singer Darren Hayes made a cover of the song in 2003, bringing it back to public attention.
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AwardsAlthough the song did not win any awards, it is often considered one of Cheap Trick's greatest hits.
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