I Need You

Ivory Joe Hunter

About I Need You

"I Need You So" is a song written by Ivory Joe Hunter, whose recording of it reached no. 1 on the Billboard R&B chart in 1950, staying there for two weeks. It was also recorded by Elvis Presley for his 1957 album Loving You.


Year:
2005
2:55
60 
#2

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I need you so
To keep me happy
If I can't have you
I cannot go on

I need your arms
Around me tightly
I need them nightly
When you're not at home

When the day is done
I need you so
I long 
To hear you knock
On the door

When you leave me
I try not to worry
Come back in a hurry
'Cause I need you, need you so

When the day is done
I need you so
I long
To hear you knock
On the door

When you leave me
I try not to worry
Come back in a hurry
'Cause I need you so
I need you so
I need you
I need you so

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Ivory Joe Hunter

Ivory Joe Hunter (October 10, 1914 – November 8, 1974) was an American rhythm and blues singer, songwriter, and pianist. After a series of hits on the US R&B chart starting in the mid 1940s, he became more widely known for his hit recording, "Since I Met You Baby" (1956). He was billed as The Baron of the Boogie, and also known as The Happiest Man Alive. His musical output transgressed from R&B to blues, boogie-woogie, and country, and Hunter made a name in all of those genres. Uniquely, he was honored at the Monterey Jazz Festival and the Grand Ole Opry. more »

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Written by: IVORY JOE HUNTER

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
Ivory Joe Hunter, the artist behind "I Need You," was a well-known R&B singer, songwriter, and pianist, who was immensely popular during the 1940s to early 1970s.
Genre
Hunter's "I Need You" falls largely within the R&B genre with touchpoints in blues and soul, showcasing the artist's remarkable ability to blend various musical styles.
Release Year
The song "I Need You" by Ivory Joe Hunter was made available to the public in 1960, marking an essential moment in his musical career.
Songwriting Credits
Ivory Joe Hunter himself penned "I Need You," along with many of his other famous records, proving his creativity and versatility as a songwriter.
Chart Performance
Though "I Need You" isn't mentioned among Joe Hunter's top charting songs, it held significant value among fans and connoisseurs of R&B music.
Lyrical Content
"I Need You" is a heartfelt and melodious expression of longing and love, emulative of Hunter's unique ability to revisualize common sentiments in musical form.
Recording Label
"I Need You" was recorded under the Atlantic Records label, one of the most significant record labels in the R&B genre.
Musical Style
The musical styling of "I Need You" remains very much consistent with Hunter's overall style combining streamlined melodies with soulful and polished vocals.
Legacy
While it may not be his most commercially successful song, "I Need You" continues to hold a special place in the discographies of blues and R&B, further solidifying Ivory Joe Hunter's legacy.
Cover Versions
Though not extensively covered as some of Hunter's other compositions, "I Need You" continues to inspire and influence contemporary musicians, helping to keep Hunter's legacy alive.

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