Heart Full of Soul

The Yardbirds

About Heart Full of Soul

"Heart Full of Soul" is a song recorded by English rock group the Yardbirds in 1965. Written by Graham Gouldman, it was the Yardbirds' first single after Jeff Beck replaced Eric Clapton as lead guitarist. Released only three months after "For Your Love", "Heart Full of Soul" reached the top ten on the charts in the United Kingdom and the United States. The Yardbirds' first recorded the song with an Indian sitar player performing the distinctive instrumental figures. However, the group was dissatisfied with the results. Consequently, Beck developed the part on electric guitar using a fuzz box distortion unit. Music writers have described his contribution as introducing Indian-influenced guitar stylings to rock music. As one of the Yardbirds' most popular songs, it was frequently performed in concert. There are a number of live recordings, the earliest of which feature Beck, while later ones feature guitarist Jimmy Page. "Heart Full of Soul" appears on several of the group's compilations and renditions have been recorded by other musicians. 


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1978
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Sick at heart and lonely, deep in dark despair
When you want her only, tell me where is she where?
And if she says to you, that she don't love me
Just give her my message, tell her of my plea
And I know, if I could have her back again, I would never make her sad
I got a heart full of soul I got a heart full of soul
She's been gone such a long time, longer than I can bear
But if she says she wants me, tell her I'll be there

And I know, if I could have her back again, I would never make her sad
I got a heart full of soul I got a heart full of soul
Sick at heart and lonely, deep in dark despair
When you want her only, tell me where is she where?
And if she says to you, that she don't love me
Just give her my message, tell her of my plea
And I know, if I could have her back again, I would never make her sad
I got a heart full of soul I got a heart full of soul
I got a heart full of soul!

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The Yardbirds

The Yardbirds are an English rock band that had a string of hits in the mid 1960s, including "For Your Love", "Over Under Sideways Down" and "Heart Full of Soul". The group is notable for having started the careers of three of rock's most famous guitarists: Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, and Jimmy Page, all of whom were in the top five of Rolling Stone's 100 Top Guitarists list (Clapton at No. 2, Page at No. 3, and Beck at No. 5). A blues-based band that broadened its range into pop and rock, the Yardbirds had a hand in many electric guitar innovations of the mid-1960s, such as feedback, "fuzztone" distortion and improved amplification. Pat Pemberton, writing for Spinner, holds that the Yardbirds were "the most impressive guitar band in rock music". After the Yardb… more »

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Written by: Graham Gouldman

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10 facts about this song

Music Style
This song, recorded back in 1965, falls broadly under the blues-rock genre and contains elements of early psychedelic rock that would become the signature of both The Yardbirds and Jeff Beck.
Songwriting
"Heart Full of Soul" was written by songwriter Graham Gouldman, who would later become one of the founding members of the British rock band "10cc". Gouldman reportedly wrote the song in a mere 2 hours.
Commercial Success
Upon its release, "Heart Full of Soul" achieved commercial success, reaching number two on the UK Singles Chart and peaking at number nine on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States.
Jeff Beck's performance
Jeff Beck provided the lead guitar on the song. His innovative use of distortion and feedback on the track helped to push boundaries of what could be achieved with an electric guitar in rock music.
Music Innovation
Initially, "Heart Full of Soul" was set to feature a sitar, following The Beatles' initial incorporation of Indian instruments in pop music. However, due to the band’s dissatisfaction with the end product, Jeff Beck mimicked the sitar's sound using his guitar which added a unique element to the track.
Cover versions
Since its release, "Heart Full of Soul" has been covered by many renowned artists such as Rush, Chris Isaak, and Blondie, reaffirming its timeless relevance in the world of music.
Legacy
The song is considered one of the first forays into psychedelic rock and the Yardbirds’ introduction of eastern musical elements in it had a significant influence on many rock acts that followed.
Band Dynamics
"Heart Full of Soul" was among the first tracks that featured Jeff Beck as The Yardbirds' lead guitarist following the departure of the legendary guitarist Eric Clapton.
Music Video
The song's music video, recorded live, captures The Yardbirds' energetic performance, providing a visual glimpse into the exciting atmosphere of the 1960s music scene.
B-Side
"Heart Full of Soul" was released with "Steeled Blues" as the B-side on the single, another track that showcased Jeff Beck's exceptional guitar skills.

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