I Gotta Know
Wanda Jackson
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Well I thought that you were a wantin' romance But all you ever do is dance dance dance So I boppity bop the whole night long to the knocked out music of a jukebox song One thing I gotta know I gotta know I gotta know If our love's the real thing where's my weddin' ring Yes we rocked and rolled till the broad daylight You're a little too pooped to kiss your baby goodnight I know you've had it when the rockin' is through So I let you go home what else could I do One thing I gotta know Well I thought that you were a wantin' romance When you're on that floor you're cool man cool But when it comes to lovin' you need to go to school You know I'm longin' for a weddin' day but all you ever do is play boy play One thing I gotta know
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Written by: Thelma Blackmon
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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13 facts about this song
Artist Revelation"I Gotta Know" was performed by Wanda Jackson, who is often referred to as the "Queen of Rockabilly" or the "First Lady of Rockabilly".
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DebutThe song "I Gotta Know" was released in the year 1960.
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Chart Performance"I Gotta Know" reached number 15 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in 1960.
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Genre CombinationThe song uniquely combines elements of both country and rockabilly, showing Wanda Jackson's versatility and style.
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Cover VersionsNumerous artists have covered "I Gotta Know", including country music star Elvis Presley.
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Record LabelThe song was released under the record label Capitol Records, one of America's oldest and most successful record labels.
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SongwritersThe song was written by Thelma Blackmon.
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Album FameThis track is included in the album "Right or Wrong," which is considered Wanda Jackson's breakout album in the music industry.
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Circuit SuccessThe song was popular in both the country and rockabilly circuits, demonstrating Jackson's crossover appeal.
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Iconic PerformanceJackson's performances of "I Gotta Know" became iconic for her energetic delivery and powerful voice representing female empowerment.
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Historical Impact"I Gotta Know" played a significant role in shaping the sound of female rockabilly and country music, and Wanda Jackson's influence continues to be seen in musicians today.
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AwardsAlthough the song itself did not win an award, Wanda Jackson, with her influential performance, had been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2009.
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Studio RecordingThe song was recorded in the studio with well-known producer Ken Nelson, who helped shepherd Wanda's successful transition from country to rockabilly music.
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