You Showed Me

The Byrds

About You Showed Me

"You Showed Me" is a song written by Jim McGuinn (later known as Roger) and Gene Clark of the Byrds in 1964. It was recorded by the Turtles and released as a single at the end of 1968, becoming the group's last big hit in the U. S. The song has also been covered by a number of other bands and artists over the years, including the Lightning Seeds, Salt-n-Pepa, and Lutricia McNeal.


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1988
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You showed me how to do
Exactly what to do
How I fell in love with you
Oh, oh, oh, it's true
Oh, oh, I love you

You showed how to say
Exactly what to say
In that very special way
Oh, oh, oh, it's true
You fell for me too

And when I tried it
I could see you fall
And I've decided
It's not a trick at all

You taught it to me too
Exactly what you do
And now you love me too
Oh, oh, oh, it's true
We're in love we two

And when I tried it
I could see you fall
And I've decided
It's not a trick at all

You taught it to me too
Exactly what you do
And now you love me too
Oh, oh, it's true
We're in love we too

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The Byrds

The Byrds ( /ˈbɜrdz/) were an American rock band, formed in Los Angeles, California in 1964. The band underwent multiple line-up changes throughout its existence, with frontman Roger McGuinn (aka Jim McGuinn) remaining the sole consistent member, until the group disbanded in 1973. Although they only managed to attain the huge commercial success of contemporaries like The Beatles, The Beach Boys, and The Rolling Stones for a short period of time (1965–66), The Byrds are today considered by critics to be one of the most influential bands of the 1960s. Initially, they pioneered the musical genre of folk rock, melding the influence of The Beatles and other British Invasion bands with contemporary and traditional folk music. As the 1960s progressed, the band was a… more »

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Written by: GENE CLARK, JIM MCGUINN

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6 facts about this song

Gene Clark
Gene Clark was a founding member of The Byrds and co-wrote the song "You Showed Me". - Although Clark left The Byrds in early 1966, his influence in the band remained strong and his songwriting continued to be a significant contribution to their music, including "You Showed Me".
The Byrds
"You Showed Me" was initially recorded by The Byrds in late 1964, during the sessions for their Preflyte album. - It wasn't released by The Byrds during the lifetime of the original band, it only surfaced posthumously on several compilations of the group's early material.
The Lightning Seeds
British alternative rock band, The Lightning Seeds, covered "You Showed Me" in 1997. - The band's version was included as a B-side to their UK top 20 hit, "What You Say".
The Turtles
The Turtles had the most successful version of "You Showed Me". - It was released as a single from their album "The Turtles Present the Battle of the Bands" in 1968. - The Turtles took "You Showed Me" to number 6 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1969, making it one of their biggest hits.
Music and Lyrics
"You Showed Me" has been described as a baroque pop song. - Its lyrics exemplify the introspective and mature nature of Gene Clark's song writing. He touches on themes of love, loss, and learning.
Other Covers
In addition to the aforementioned covers by The Lightning Seeds and The Turtles, the song has also been covered by several other artists, including The Black Keys and Salt 'n' Pepa. - Salt 'n' Pepa sampled "You Showed Me" in their 1991 hit single "Let's Talk About Sex".

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