James Dean (I Wanna Know)

Daniel Bedingfield

About James Dean (I Wanna Know)

"James Dean (I Wanna Know)" is a song by British singer Daniel Bedingfield. It was released in August 2002 as the second single from his debut studio album, Gotta Get thru This. The track follows the same "garage" style as his first single, "Gotta Get Thru This". It, like "Gotta Get Thru This", became a hit, reaching number four on the UK Singles Chart, making it his second top 10 hit. It cracked the top 20 in Australia, peaking at number 19. The song name checks Freddie Mercury, Brad Pitt, Sly Stone and Daddy Warbucks. Dom Passantino of Stylus Magazine described the song as "one final attempt at bedroom bounce-pop weirdness." Tom Ewing of Freaky Trigger found the song's electro to be harsher than on previous efforts. 


Year:
2005
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I could be James Dean of the Music scene
I could be a big star like that man called Queen
I could have fly moves, be a dancefloor dream
But If she can't seem to notice me
Then what's it worth now

Could have my teeth flashing a Brad Pit smile
Be wearing Versace 'cause that's my style
Could have my hair cut by the extra mile
But if she can't make it worth my while
Then what's the point now

I want to know if you're busy
I want to know if you're doing anything tonight
I want to know if you missed me
I want to know 
I want to know

I wish that I could kiss your lips
The way that I 
I want to baby
I wish that I could be your man
I wish that you could be my lady

I could be sly stone of the family crew
I could be big Bad Daddy Warbucks
And love you to
I could be knocked senseless by what you do
But if it's pain that I'm going through
It isn't love now
I made up my own darn mind
I'm getting no love after all this time
I'm gonna make music till my brain is fried
Because you can't see the man inside
It ain't enough now

I want to know if you're busy
I want to know if you're doing anything tonight
I want to know if you missed me
I want to know 
I want to know

I want to know if you're busy
I want to know if you're doing anything tonight
I want to know if you missed me
I want to know 
I want to know

I want to know

I wish that I could kiss your lips
The way that I 
I want to baby
I wish that I could be your man
I wish that you could be my lady

I want to know if you're busy
I want to know if you're doing anything tonight
I want to know if you missed me
I want to know 
I want to know

I want to know if you're busy
I want to know if you're doing anything tonight
I want to know if you missed me
I want to know 
I want to know

I want to know
I want to know if you're busy
I want to know if you're doing anything tonight
I want to know if you missed me
I want to know

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Daniel Bedingfield

Daniel John Bedingfield (born 3 December 1979) is a New Zealand born British singer-songwriter. He is the brother of pop singers Natasha Bedingfield and Nikola Rachelle. more »

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Written by: DANIEL BEDINGFIELD

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20 facts about this song

Release Date
"James Dean (I Wanna Know)" by Daniel Bedingfield was released on 26th August 2002.
Album
The song appears on Daniel Bedingfield's debut studio album, "Gotta Get Thru This."
Genre
"James Dean (I Wanna Know)" falls under the music genre of Dance-pop and UK Garage.
Success
It reached the 4th position on the UK Singles Chart and became a top ten hit in several other countries.
Music Video
The music video for "James Dean (I Wanna Know)" is set in a club and features Bedingfield trying to gain attention from a woman.
Influence
The song's title and lyrics reference cultural icon James Dean, a popular actor known for his "bad boy" image.
Songwriter
Daniel Bedingfield is credited as the sole songwriter of "James Dean (I Wanna Know)", showcasing his expertise in songwriting.
Duration
The album version of "James Dean (I Wanna Know)" has a duration of 3 minutes and 40 seconds.
Critical Reception
The song received mixed reviews from music critics. Some praised its catchy melody, while others criticized its lyrics.
Worldwide Acclaim
Aside from its UK success, the song also charted in Australia, Ireland, and New Zealand, marking Bedingfield's international recognition.
Song Release
"James Dean (I Wanna Know)" was released in August 2002, serving as Daniel Bedingfield's second single in the United Kingdom.
Album Feature
The song is part of Bedingfield's debut album, "Gotta Get thru This," which went on to become a major seller, earning multi-platinum status.
Chart Performance
"James Dean (I Wanna Know)" peaked at No. 4 on the UK Singles Chart, confirming Bedingfield's status as a consistent hit-maker.
Song Composition
The song falls into the dance-pop genre and is unique for its energetic appeal and engaging rhythm.
Music Video
An associated music video for the song features a miniature Daniel Bedingfield dancing and singing around a cityscape, adopting a fun, whimsical atmosphere.
Song Inspiration
The song's title refers to James Dean, a popular and iconic American actor who symbolizes rebellious youth and is a cultural icon.
Live Performances
Bedingfield often includes "James Dean (I Wanna Know)" in his live performances, showcasing his dynamism and versatile musical style.
Song Recognition
While the song didn't acquire any major awards, it further enhanced Bedingfield's popularity and critical reputation in the early stages of his career.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "James Dean (I Wanna Know)" paint a story of infatuation and wanting to know more about a person, which many listeners have related to.
International Reach
This single followed the success of Bedingfield's previous single "Gotta Get Thru This" and further expanded his popularity not only in the UK but also in markets like Australia, New Zealand, and parts of Europe.

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