I Want You to Want Me

Cheap Trick

About I Want You to Want Me

"I Want You to Want Me" is a song by the American rock band Cheap Trick. It is originally from their second album In Color, released in September 1977. It was the first single released from that album, but it did not chart in the United States. "I Want You to Want Me" was a number-one single in Japan. Its success in Japan, as well as the success of its preceding single "Clock Strikes Ten" paved the way for Cheap Trick's concerts at Nippon Budokan in Tokyo in April 1978 that were recorded for the group's most popular album, Cheap Trick at Budokan. A live version of "I Want You to Want Me" from the album Cheap Trick at Budokan was released in 1979 and became their biggest selling single, reaching #7 on the Billboard Hot 100. It was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America, representing sales of one million records. In Canada, it reached #2 in on the RPM national singles chart, remaining there for two weeks and was certified Gold for the sale of 500,000 singles in September 1979. It was also the band's highest charting single in Britain, where it reached #29. 


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I want you to want me
I need you to need me
I'd love you to love me
I'm beggin' you to beg me
I want you to want me
I need you to need me
I'd love you to love me
 
I'll shine up my old brown shoes
I'll put on a brand new shirt
I'll get home early from work
If you say that you love me
Didn't I, didn't I, didn't I
See you cryin' (cryin, cryin')
Oh, didn't I, didn't I, didn't I
See you cryin' (cryin, cryin')
Feelin' all alone without a friend 
You know you feel like dyin' (dyin', dyin')
Oh, didn't I, didn't I, didn't I
See you cryin' (cryin', cryin')
 
I want you to want me
I need you to need me
I'd love you to love me
I'm beggin' you to beg me
 
I'll shine up my old brown shoes
I'll put on a brand new shirt
I'll get home early from work
If you say that you love me
Didn't I, didn't I, didn't I
See you cryin' (cryin, cryin')
Oh, didn't I, didn't I, didn't I
See you cryin' (cryin, cryin')
Feelin' all alone without a friend 
You know you feel like dyin' (dyin', dyin')
Oh, didn't I, didn't I, didn't I
See you cryin' (cryin', cryin')
 
Feelin' all alone without a friend 
You know you feel like dyin' (dyin', dyin')
Oh, didn't I, didn't I, didn't I
See you cryin' (cryin', cryin')
 
I want you to want me
I need you to need me
I'd love you to love me
I'm beggin' you to beg me

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Cheap Trick

Cheap Trick is an American rock band from Rockford, Illinois, formed in 1973. The band consists of Robin Zander (vocals, rhythm guitar), Rick Nielsen (lead guitar), Tom Petersson (bass guitar), and Bun E. Carlos (drums). Their biggest hits include "Surrender", "I Want You to Want Me", "Dream Police" and "The Flame". more »

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Written by: Rick Nielsen

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15 facts about this song

Song Release
"I Want You To Want Me" was first released by Cheap Trick in 1977 on their second album, "In Color."
Commercial Success
However, it was the live version of the song from the 1979 album "Cheap Trick at Budokan" that achieved commercial success.
Chart Performance
In the USA, the live version of the song peaked at position #7 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Music Style
The song is noted for its classic rock style, combined elements of power pop, winning admiration from rock and pop music fans alike.
Worldwide Success
"I Want You To Want Me" achieved cross-global success, particularly in Japan, where it reached #1 on the chart.
Iconic Intro
The track is recognized for its iconic introductory line said by the band’s rhythm guitarist: "I want you to want me. I need you to need me."
Cover Versions
Many other artists have since covered it as a testament to its popularity, including Chris Isaak, Lindsay Lohan, and the punk rock band, Letters To Cleo.
In Media
The song has also been featured in various media, including several films, TV series, commercials, and video games such as "Guitar Hero."
Song Ratings
It was rated among the '500 Songs That Shaped Rock' by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Live Performance
Cheap Trick's live performance of "I Want You To Want Me" at Budokan is often cited as one of rock music's greatest live performances.
Music Video
Despite being a huge success, the song never had an official music video.
Song Length
The original version of "I Want You To Want Me" from "In Color" is 3:11 minutes long, while the live version from "Cheap Trick at Budokan" is 3:44 minutes.
In Popular Culture
In a 2012 poll by Rolling Stone, the song was voted as the greatest power pop song of all time.
Lyrical Composition
The song's catchy and repetitive lyrics have been credited as one of the reasons for its immense popularity.
Recognition
In 2016, "Cheap Trick" was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and "I Want You To Want Me" is one of their most renowned songs.

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