You Better You Bet

The Who

About You Better You Bet

"You Better You Bet" is a song by the British rock band The Who, appearing as the first track on their 1981 album Face Dances. It is sung by frontman Roger Daltrey with backing vocals from Pete Townshend and bassist John Entwistle. Townshend's guitar part is performed on a Rickenbacker 360/12. "You Better You Bet" became a hit and one of The Who's most recognizable songs. It was the last single by the band that reached the top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100, reaching No. 18. The track was at No. 1 on the Billboard Top Tracks chart for five weeks beginning 4 April 1981. It was also their last single to hit the Top Ten in the UK, peaking at No. 9. 


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You better you better you bet, ooh
You better you better you bet, ooh
You better you better you bet, ooh
You better you better you bet, ooh

I call you on the telephone my voice too rough with cigarettes
I sometimes feel I should just go home 
But I'm dealing with a memory that never forgets
I love to hear you say my name especially when you say yes
I got your body right now on my mind and I drunk myself blind
To the sound of old T-Rex
To the sound of old T-Rex, who's next?

When I say I love you say you better
(You better you better you bet)
When I say I need you say you better
(You better you better you bet)
You better bet your life
Or love will cut you like a knife

I want those feeble minded axes overthrown
I'm not into your passport picture I just like your nose
You welcome me with open arms and open legs
I know only fools have needs but this one never begs

I don't really mind how much you love me
A little is really alright
When you say come over and spend the night
Tonight, tonight

When I say I love you say you better
(You better you better you bet)
When I say I need you say you better
(You better you better you bet)
You better bet your life
Or love will cut you like a knife

I lay on the bed with you
We could make some book of records
Your dog keeps licking my nose
And chewing up all those letters
Saying you better
You better bet your life

You better love me, all the time now
You better shove me back into line now
You better love me, all the time now
You better shove me back into line now

I showed up late one night with a neon light for a visa
But knowing I'm so eager to fight can't make letting me in any easier
I know that I've been wearing crazy clothes and I look pretty crappy
Sometime
But my body feels so good and I still sing a razor line everytime

And when it comes to all night living
I know what I'm giving
I've got it all down to a tee
And it's free

When I say I love you say you better
(You better you better you bet)
When I say I need you say you better
(You better you better you bet)
When I say I love you say you better
(You better you better you bet)
When I say I need you say you better
(You better you better you bet)
When I say I love you say you better
(You better you better you bet)
When I say I need you say you better
(You better you better you bet)
When I say I love you say you better
(You better you better you bet)
When I say I need you say you better
(You better you better you bet)

You better bet your life
Or love will cut you just like a knife

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The Who

The Who are an English rock band formed in 1964 by Roger Daltrey (lead vocals, guitar, harmonica), Pete Townshend (vocals, guitar, keyboards), John Entwistle (vocals, bass) and Keith Moon, (drums, vocals). They became known for energetic live performances which often included instrument destruction. The Who have sold about 100 million records, and have charted 27 top forty singles in the United Kingdom and United States, as well as 17 top ten albums, with 18 Gold, 12 Platinum and 5 Multi-Platinum album awards in the United States alone. more »

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Written by: Peter Dennis Blandford Townshend

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10 facts about this song

Song Origin
"You Better You Bet" was written by Pete Townshend, the guitarist, and lead songwriter for the British rock band The Who. He also provided backing vocals for the track.
Song Release
Released as the first single from The Who's ninth studio album, "Face Dances," in 1981. It became the band's last single to reach the top 10 on the UK Singles Chart.
Musical Structure
The song is renowned for its unique blend of rock and roll with a more contemporary pop sound, combining Pete Townshend's classic guitar work with a catchy melody.
Lyrics Meaning
This song is about a man expressing intense love towards his partner and hoping to get the same sentiment in return. Townshend confirmed that the lyrics were mostly reflective of his own feelings and experiences at the time.
Chart Performance
The song hit number 1 on the Billboard Top Tracks chart in the United States and peaked at number 9 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Album Info
"Face Dances," the album that houses the track, was the first album the band released after the death of their drummer, Keith Moon.
Music Video
The music video for "You Better You Bet" was one of the first played on MTV, which first launched later in 1981.
Reception by Critics
Critics have praised the song for its catchy chorus, smooth rhythm, and emotional depth. It is known as one of the band's most successful and beloved songs.
Song Legacy
"You Better You Bet" has been covered by several artists over the years and has been featured in many TV shows and films, showcasing its enduring popularity.
Noteworthy Performances
The Who included the song in their setlists well into the 2000s, making it a fan favorite during their live performances.

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