In Your Letter

REO Speedwagon

About In Your Letter

"In Your Letter" is a song written by Gary Richrath that was first released on REO Speedwagon's 1980 album Hi Infidelity. It was released as the fourth single from the album and just made the Top 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, peaking at #20. It also reached #26 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart. It also had some chart success in Canada, reaching #34.


Year:
1980
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In your letter ooh in your letter
In your letter ooh in your letter
In your letter ooh in your letter
In your letter ooh in your letter

In your letter you said you didn't love me
You said you're gonna leave me
But you could've said it better
Oh in your letter, you said you couldn't face me
You said you could replace me
But you could've said it better

You could've left him only
For an evening let him be lonely
But you hid behind your poison pen and his pride
You could've told him something
And proved to me you don't love him
But you hid behind your future full of lies
In your letter
You could've left him only
For an evening let him be lonely
But you hid behind your poison pen and his pride
You could've told him something
And proved to me you don't love him
But you hid behind your future full of lies

In your letter you said you didn't love me
You said you're gonna leave me
But you could've said it better
Oh in your letter, you said you couldn't face me
You said you could replace me
But you could've said it better

In your letter ooh in your letter
In your letter ooh in your letter
In your letter ooh in your letter
In your letter ooh in your letter

In your letter ooh in your letter
In your letter ooh in your letter
In your letter ooh in your letter
In your letter ooh in your letter
In your letter ooh in your letter

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REO Speedwagon

REO Speedwagon (originally stylized as R.E.O. Speedwagon) is an American rock band. Formed in 1967, the band cultivated a following during the 1970s and achieved significant commercial success throughout the 1980s. Hi Infidelity (1980) contained four US Top 40 hits and is the group's best-selling album, with over ten million copies sold. Over the course of its career, the band has sold more than 40 million records and has charted thirteen Top 40 hits, including the number ones "Keep On Loving You" and "Can't Fight This Feeling". REO Speedwagon's mainstream popularity dissipated in the 1990s but the band remains a popular live act. more »

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Written by: GARY DEAN RICHRATH

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20 facts about this song

Song Release
"In Your Letter" is a song by the American rock band REO Speedwagon, which was released in 1981.
Album Information
The song is featured in the band's ninth studio album, "Hi Infidelity" that remained in the charts for 65 weeks, 32 of which were top ten weeks.
Chart Performance
"In Your Letter" was one of the four single releases from the album that made the top 20 listing on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It peaked at number 20 in 1981.
Critics' Views
Many critics believe that the song's success played a meaningful role in the resurgence of the band's popularity during the 1980s.
Songwriter
The song was solely written by the band's guitarist, Gary Richrath.
Musical Style
Unlike most of REO Speedwagon's songs that are associated with hard rock and power ballads, "In Your Letter" is considered to have a doo-wop infused sound, giving it a special place in the band's discography.
Song Theme
The song's lyrics depict a heartbroken individual who received a breakup letter from their lover, significantly different from the band's other, more upbeat tracks.
Use in Media
Although "In Your Letter" isn't as widely recognized in popular culture as some of REO Speedwagon's other hits, it nonetheless remains a fan favorite and regularly features in the band's live shows.
Cover Versions
Artists such as Barry Manilow have covered "In Your Letter" in live performances, demonstrating its enduring appeal.
Legacy
The song, along with the entire "Hi Infidelity" album, played an integral part in establishing REO Speedwagon as one of the defining bands of the 1980s rock scene.
Album Origin
"In Your Letter" is a song from REO Speedwagon's 'nine' album titled "Hi Infidelity."
Release Date
The song was officially released in 1981 and managed to secure a slot in the top 20 hits soon after.
Songwriters
The song was penned by Richrath, the band's guitarist, marking his skills not just as a musician but a songwriter as well.
Music Genre
"In Your Letter" is classified as a rock song, blending a unique mix of soft and hard rock elements.
Chart Performance
The song climbed to the 20th spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, showcasing its popularity and commercial success.
Band Lineup
The recording of "In Your Letter" featured Kevin Cronin on vocals, Gary Richrath on guitar, Neal Doughty on keyboards, Bruce Hall on bass, and Alan Gratzer on drums.
Song Theme
The song tells a story of a love letter that ends a relationship, a theme quite common in rock songs of the era.
Cultural Impact
"In Your Letter" remains a classic from the band and continues to be a favorite among fans, further cementing REO Speedwagon's place in rock history.
Critical Response
The song received positive reviews upon its release, with critics praising its engaging storytelling and catchy melodies.
Live Performances
"In Your Letter" continues to be a staple on REO Speedwagon's setlists during their live performances.

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