I Wanna Be Loved

Teddy Stewart, Dinah Washington

About I Wanna Be Loved

"I Wanna Be Loved" (from the 1933 version of the 1931 revue Billy Rose's Crazy Quilt) is a popular song with music by Johnny Green and lyrics by Edward Heyman and Billy Rose, published in 1933. The song is a standard, with many recorded versions. Billy Eckstine - Passing Strangers The song was included in the 1934 Vitaphone short "Mirrors" featuring Fred Rich and his Orchestra. It was sung by Vera Van in a scene where she dresses in an evening gown. The song was recorded by The Andrews Sisters in 1950. Their version became a #1 hit in the U. S, and was the trio's final #1 hit. The song was recorded by Russell Garcia (on his 1958 album The Johnny Ever Greens), starring Sue Allen on vocal. I Wanna Be Loved was the title track of an album by Dinah Washington with Quincy Jones and His Orchestra in 1962. Grant Green plays on the song on his 1963 album Am I Blue. George Maharis covered the song on his 1963 album Just Turn Me Loose!. Dean and Jean recorded the song in 1964 (U. S. #91). Mina covered the song on her 1969 album Mina for You. 


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I want to be loved with inspiration
I want to be loved starting tonight
Instead of merely holding conversation
Hold me tight

I want to be kissed until I tingle
I want to be kissed starting tonight
Embrace until our heartbeats intermingle
Wrong or right

I feel like acting my age
I'm past the stage of merely turtledoving
(be careful, be careful what you do)
I'm in no mood to resist
And I insist the world owes me a loving

I want to be thrilled to desperation
I want to be thrilled starting tonight
(love me, love me, love me)
With every kind of wonderful sensation
I want to be loved

I feel like acting my age
I'm past the stage of merely turtledoving
I'm in no mood to resist
And I insist the world owes me a loving

I want to be thrilled to desperation
I want to be thrilled starting tonight
With every kind of wonderful sensation
I want to be loved

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Dinah Washington

Dinah Washington, born Ruth Lee Jones (August 29, 1924 – December 14, 1963), was an American Pianist, Blues, R&B, Gospel, Pop and Jazz singer. She has been cited as "the most popular black female recording artist of the '50s", and called "The Queen of the Blues". She is a 1986 inductee of the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame, and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1993. more »

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11 facts about this song

Artist Background - Dinah Washington
Dinah Washington, born as Ruth Lee Jones, was a highly acclaimed and influential American singer and pianist, who performed across various genres such as jazz, blues, R&B, and gospel. She is often considered as the most popular black female recording artist in the 1950s.
Artist Background - The Andrews Sisters
The Andrews Sisters were an American close harmony singing group, consisting of sisters LaVerne Sophia, Maxene Angelyn, and Patricia Marie "Patty" Andrews. They were of the most popular female singing groups in the first half of the 20th century.
Song Overview - "I Wanna Be Loved
"I Wanna Be Loved" is a song that has been performed several times by many artists including Dinah Washington and The Andrews Sisters. It was written in 1943 by Johnny Green with lyrics by Edward Heyman and Billy Rose.
Heyman-Green-Rose Collaboration
The writers of "I Wanna Be Loved", Johnny Green, Edward Heyman, and Billy Rose, were known for their illustrious songwriting careers. Their songs have often been performed by some of the world's most renowned artists.
Dinah Washington's Version
Dinah Washington's rendition of "I Wanna Be Loved" was released in 1962 as a part of her album titled "I Wanna Be Loved".
The Andrews Sisters' Version
The Andrews Sisters’ renditions of "I Wanna Be Loved" stood as a testament to their harmonious vocals and the group's ability to tackle diverse musical styles.
Song Interpretation
The song "I Wanna Be Loved" is a passionate expression of an individual's yearning for love and affection that is true and lasting.
Song Recognition
Though several artists have their interpretations of "I Wanna Be Loved", Dinah Washington's heartfelt version often stands out due to her unique vocal style and powerful delivery.
Song Influence
"I Wanna Be Loved" had widespread influence in the music industry, with multiple artists from various generations having performed and recorded their versions of the song.
Legacy
Both Dinah Washington and the Andrews Sisters have left a lasting legacy in the music industry, and their renditions of "I Wanna Be Loved" add to their memorable discographies.
Song Style
Both Washington and Andrews Sisters' versions reflect a swing-pop style, yet each has its own distinct flavor; Dinah's is infused with her soulful, bluesy vibe while the Andrews Sisters' rendition showcases their signature three-part harmonies.

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