I Wanna Go Back

Eddie Money

About I Wanna Go Back

"I Wanna Go Back" is a 1984 song by American rock band Billy Satellite, written by band members Monty Byrom, Danny Chauncey, and Ira Walker, that achieved major popularity when recorded by Eddie Money in 1986. Another version was recorded by former Santana/Journey keyboardist/singer Gregg Rolie for his self-titled 1985 debut solo album.


Year:
2005
3:53
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I was listening to the radio
I heard a song reminded me of long ago
Back then I thought that things were never gonna change
It used to be that I never had to feel the pain
I know that things will never be the same now

I want to go back
And do it all over again
But I can't go back I know
I want to go back
Cause I'm feeling so much older
But I can't go back I know

I recall hanging out on Friday night
The first slow dance
Hoping that I'll get it right
Back then I thought I'd never ever stand alone
It used to be that a lonely heart was never shown
I know that things will never be the same

I want to go back
And do it all over again
But I can't go back I know
I want to go back
Cause I'm feeling so much older
But I can't go back I know

Can't go back

I can't go back

I know now that things will never be the same

I said
I want to go back
And do it all over again
But I can't go back I know
I want to go back
Cause I'm feeling so much older
But I can't go back I know

I want to go back
And do it all over again
But I can't go back I know
I want to go back
Cause I'm feeling so much older
But I can't go back I know

I want to go back
And do it all over again
But I can't go back I know
I want to go back
Cause I'm feeling so much older
But I can't go back I know

No, No
And do it all over...

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Eddie Money

Eddie Money (born Edward Joseph Mahoney, March 2, 1949, in Brooklyn, New York), is an American rock guitarist, saxophonist, and singer–songwriter who found success in the 1970s and 1980s with a string of Top 40 hits and platinum albums. Rock impresario Bill Graham said of Money, "Eddie Money has it all.... Not only can he sing, write, and play, but he is a natural performer." more »

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Written by: MONTY C BYROM, DANNY CHAUNCEY, IRA WALKER

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, RASKI MUSIC, Peermusic Publishing

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
Eddie Money, the artist who performed "I Wanna Go Back", was an American rock singer and songwriter who gained fame during the late 1970s and 1980s.
Song Release
"I Wanna Go Back" is a track from Eddie Money's album "Can't Hold Back", which was released in October 1986.
Chart Success
The song peaked at number 14 on the Billboard Hot 100 songs chart in 1987.
Cover Song
"I Wanna Go Back" is originally a song by the band Billy Satellite, and was covered by Eddie Money.
Music Video
The music video of the song features Eddie Money working as a janitor and singing about longing for the simplicity and comfort of his past.
Song Theme
The song reflects nostalgia and a longing to revisit the simplicity of youth, a theme that resonated with many audiences.
Co-writers
The song was co-written by Danny Chauncey, Monty Byrom, and Ira Walker. It did fairly well on charts but gained more recognition when covered by Eddie Money.
Legacy
Although not his highest-charting single, "I Wanna Go Back" is one of Eddie Money's songs that is still widely recognized and played.
Frequent Usage
The song is often used in various film and television soundtracks to evoke a sense of nostalgia or reminiscence.
Live Performances
Eddie Money frequently performed "I Wanna Go Back" in his live performances. He often connected with the audience by talking about the concept of wanting to return to the past.

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