I Just Want to Dance With You

John Prine

About I Just Want to Dance With You

"I Just Want to Dance with You" is a song written by John Prine and Roger Cook, and performed by American country music singer George Strait. It was released in April 1998 as the first single to his album, One Step at a Time. The song is his 34th Number One single on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart, and his 42nd Number One single when all major trade charts are counted. Prine recorded it 12 years earlier, for his 1986 album German Afternoons. It was also a hit for Daniel O'Donnell in 1992, reaching 20 in the UK charts.  


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1986
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I don't want to be the kind to hesitate
Be too shy, wait too late
I don't care what they say other lovers do
I just want to dance with you

I got a feeling that you have a heart like mine,
So let it show, let it shine
Oh, if we have change to make one heart of two
Then I just want to dance with you

[Chorus:]
I want to dance with you
Twirl you all around the floor
That's what they invented dancing for,
I just want to dance with you
I want to dance with you
Hold you in my arms once more
That's what they invented dancing for,
I just want to dance with you

I caught you lookin' at me when I looked at you
Yes, I did, ain't that true
You won't get embarrassed by the things I do
I just want to dance with you

Oh, the boys are playing softly and the girls are too
So am I, and so are you
If this was a movie then we're right on cue
I just want to dance with you

[Chorus x 2]

I just want to dance with you [Repeat x 3]

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John Prine

John Prine (born October 10, 1946, in Maywood, Illinois) is an American country/folk singer-songwriter. He has been active as a composer, recording artist and live performer since the early 1970s. more »

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Written by: John Prine, Roger Frederick Cook

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing

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15 facts about this song

Artist Recognition
"I Just Want to Dance with You" is a song performed by the King of Country George Strait.
Songwriter Credit
The song was actually written by two revered lyricists John Prine and Roger Cook.
Billboard Achievement
George Strait's rendition of the song reached No.1 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks in 1998.
Album Success
"I Just Want to Dance with You" was featured on George Strait’s album "One Step at a Time", which peaked at number 1 on the Billboard 200.
Record Sale
The song's success contributed to the album being certified 2x multi-platinum by the RIAA in the United States.
Release Date
"I Just Want to Dance with You" was released as a single on April 13, 1998.
Musical Style
The song set a typical example of George Strait's traditional Country style mixed with Western swing influences.
John Prine Version
Before George Strait's popular rendition, John Prine also recorded the song for his 1986 album, "German Afternoons".
Popularity
The catchy lyrics and music made the song one of the most loved George Strait's single.
Award Recognition
In 1998, "I Just Want to Dance with You" was nominated for the Single of the Year at the Country Music Association Awards.
Signature Song
Despite the catalogue of iconic hits, "I Just Want to Dance with You" is considered one of George Strait’s signature songs.
Personal Favourite
George Strait once credited "I Just Want to Dance with You" as one of his personal favorite songs.
Music Video
The music video for the song, directed by Deaton Flanigen, features scenes of George Strait singing and dancing with a woman, reflecting the song’s theme.
Song Length
The song lasts for a total of 3 minutes and 27 seconds, considered the standard length for most country songs.
Live Performances
"I Just Want to Dance With You" is a regular part of George Strait’s setlist during his live performances.

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