(If You're Wondering If I Want You To) I Want You To

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About (If You're Wondering If I Want You To) I Want You To

"(If You're Wondering If I Want You To) I Want You To" is a song by American alternative rock/power pop band Weezer. It was released as the first single from the band's seventh studio album Raditude. Initially scheduled to be released to American rock radio on August 25, 2009, the official release of the single to radio was moved up to August 18. The single debuted at number 21 on the Billboard Rock Songs Chart, and in the same position on the Alternative Songs chart. The music video features Odette Yustman. The song was first played live on August 23, 2009 in Toronto, Ontario at the Molson Amphitheatre. The main riff of this song bears a similarity to the main riff of The Jam song "Town Called Malice".  


Year:
2009
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The moon was shining on the lake at night
The Slayer t-shirt fit the scene just right
Smeared mascara, I looked into your eyes, I saw a light

You told me stories about your chickadees
They didn't like B-B guns or stupid archery
You charmed the lifeguard, to let them use the pool all day for free

Then the conversation stopped, and I looked down at my feet
I was next to you and you were right there next to me
And I said girl!
If you're wondering if I want you to, (I want you to) I want you to
So make a move, (Make a move) 'cause I ain't got all night

The rest of the summer was the best we ever had
We watched Titanic, and it didn't make us sad
I took you to Best Buy, you took me home to meet your Mom and Dad

Your Mom cooked meatloaf even though I don't eat meat
I dug you so much, I took some for the team
Your dad was silent, his eyes were fixed on what was on TV

Then the conversation stopped, and I looked down at the ring
Your folks were next to you, and you were right there next to me
And I said girl!
If you're wondering if I want you to, (I want you to) I want you to (I want you to)
I swear it's true (I swear it's true) without you, my heart is blue
Girl!
If you're wondering if I want you to, (I want you to) I want you to
So make a move, (Make a move) 'cause I ain't got all night

So much pain may come our way
There may come a day when we have nothing left to say
When the conversation stops, and we're facing our defeat
I'll be next to you and you'll be right there next to me

Then I'll say girl!
If you're wondering if I want you to, (I want you to) I want you to (I want you to)
I swear it's true (I swear it's true) without you, my heart is blue
Girl!
If you're wondering if I want you to, (I want you to) I want you to
So make a move, (Make a move) 'cause I ain't got all night

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Weezer

Weezer is an American alternative rock band from Los Angeles, California, formed in 1992. The band consists of Rivers Cuomo (lead vocals, guitar), Patrick Wilson (drums, guitar, backing vocals), Brian Bell (guitar, backing vocals, keyboards), and Scott Shriner (bass, backing vocals, keyboards). The band's line-up has changed four times since its formation in 1992. They have released nine full-length albums, six EPs, and a DVD. more »

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Written by: Rivers Cuomo, Bradley Glenn Walker

Lyrics © E O Smith Music, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

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10 facts about this song

Song Composition
"(If You're Wondering If I Want You To) I Want You To" is composed of a straightforward rock instrumentation with catchy, narrative lyrics.
Chart Success
The song became Weezer's second song to reach number one on the Billboard Rock songs chart in the United States. - Additionally, it was their first song to top the Alternative Songs chart since 'Pork and Beans' in 2008.
Release Date
This track was the lead single from Weezer's seventh album, Raditude and was released on August 25, 2009.
Songwriting
The song's lyrics were penned by Weezer frontman, Rivers Cuomo with external help from Butch Walker, a well-known musician and record producer.
Music Video
The music video for the song is set in a 1950s-style ambiance, with lead singer Cuomo playing a young man in love. - Directed by Marc Webb, who has worked on music videos for numerous other popular artists, including Green Day and Maroon 5.
Live Performances
Weezer performed the song live for the first time on the talk show, "The Tonight Show with Conan O'Brien".
Song Inspiration
Rivers Cuomo has explained that the song was inspired by the romantic experiences and the ambiguity of attraction he had in his mind.
Record Label
"(If You're Wondering If I Want You To) I Want You To" was released under the label Geffen Records.
Song Length
The song runs at a length of 3 minutes and 28 seconds, typical of many pop-rock songs.
Song Reception
The song was received positively and was praised for its catchy tune and relatable lyrics.

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