What I Want
Dead or Alive
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What I want, what I need I can have anything that I want What I need, what I need, what I want What I want, what I need, what I need I can have anything that I want But what you want from me I don't what none And I don't want to watch the TV Because that stuff don't appeal to me But what I want's got simplicity What I want it wants only me What I want don't say no at all Listen blue eyes, shut up You've got what I want, what I want What I need, what I need What I want what I want What I need, what I need You have got it all Well I know how to have a good time And I know how to wipe up the thin white line And I know how to let my backbone slip (uh) I can do what I want but I don't do nothing But what I want's got simplicity What I want it wants only me What I want don't say no at all Listen blue eyes, shut up You've got what I want, what I want What I need, what I need What I want what I want What I need, what I need You have got it all But what I want's got simplicity What I want it wan't me, me, me What I want well it ain't plucked chicken Listen blue eyes, shut up You've got what I want
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Written by: MICHAEL PERCY, MICHAEL DAVID PERCY, PETER JOZZEPI BURNS
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10 facts about this song
Historical Context"What I Want" is a song by British band "Dead or Alive". It was originally released in 1983 as a single from the group's debut studio album, "Sophisticated Boom Boom."
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Song CompositionThe song is composed in the genre of post-disco, new wave, and dance-pop music which was highly popular during the 1980s.
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Record Label"What I Want" was released under Epic Records, a label owned by Sony Music Entertainment.
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Band Members' InvolvementBand members Pete Burns, Wayne Hussey, Mike Percy, and Tim Lever were all involved in the writing and composition of the song, showing the strong collaboration between band members.
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Commercial PerformanceFollowing its release, the song found moderate success in the UK Singles Chart, peaking at number 88.
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Re-releaseIn 1984, the song was re-released featuring a different mix, but it failed to chart in the UK.
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Music VideoThe official music video for "What I Want" is noted for its opulent visuals, bright colours, and Pete Burns' flamboyant style.
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Band Legacy"Dead or Alive" is most famously known for their hit single "You Spin Me Round" but "What I Want" also remains popular with fans and is considered to be a significant part of the band's discography.
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Pete Burns' Signature StyleKnown for his visually androgynous style and powerful vocals, Pete Burns' performance in "What I Want" was another demonstration of his unique music persona that has since become iconic.
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InfluenceAlthough it may not have been a commercial hit, "What I Want" showcases the daring, flamboyant spirit of 1980s' pop and dance culture, and represents the queer-friendly ethos of the band and the post-disco era.
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