If You Want My Love

Cheap Trick

About If You Want My Love

"If You Want My Love" is a song by the American rock band Cheap Trick, released in 1982 as the first single from their sixth studio album One on One. It was written by guitarist Rick Nielsen and produced by Roy Thomas Baker. It reached No. 45 on the Billboard Hot 100 Chart, and No. 2 in Australia. The song was the first single release from the band to feature new bassist Jon Brant. A music video was filmed to promote the single, which received regular airing on MTV. The single's B-side, "Four Letter Word", was featured as the closing track on One on One, and was written by Rick Nielsen and Robin Zander. A live version of "If You Want My Love" was performed at the band's 25th anniversary concert in Rockford, Illinois during 1999. The performance saw Brant rejoining Cheap Trick on stage to play bass on the track, along with "She's Tight". The concert was later released in 2001 as Silver. Speaking of the song in an interview featured on the Silver DVD, bassist Tom Petersson stated that it was "the best Beatle song we ever recorded". He, however, was referring to Cheap Trick as a band, as he had not been with the group at the time the track was originally recorded. The song is used in the films Joe Dirt and Super. 


Year:
1999
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[Chorus:]
If you want my love you got it
When you need my love you got it
I won't hide it
I won't throw your love away, ooh

[Chorus]

Yes, I thought you were a mystery girl
A special girl in this crazy old world
You couldn't see me when I laid eyes on you

'Cause lonely is only a place
You don't know what it's like
You can't fight it
It's a hole in my heart, in my heart

[Chorus]

You hold the secrets of love in this world
I'm hypnotized by your every word
A special face, a special voice
A special smile in my life

'Cause lonely is only a place
You don't know what it's like
You can't fight it
It's a hole in my heart, in my heart

[Chorus x3]

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Cheap Trick

Cheap Trick is an American rock band from Rockford, Illinois, formed in 1973. The band consists of Robin Zander (vocals, rhythm guitar), Rick Nielsen (lead guitar), Tom Petersson (bass guitar), and Bun E. Carlos (drums). Their biggest hits include "Surrender", "I Want You to Want Me", "Dream Police" and "The Flame". more »

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Written by: Rick Nielsen

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12 facts about this song

Origin
"If You Want My Love" is a song by American rock band Cheap Trick.
Release Information
It was released in 1980 as a single from the band's fourth studio album "All Shook Up."
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 45 on the Billboard Hot 100.
Songwriting
The song was written by the band's lead guitarist Rick Nielsen.
Beatles Influence
Both the song and the album were heavily influenced by The Beatles, with the song's melodic structure and harmony arrangement being reminiscent of the famous British band.
Music Video
"If You Want My Love" has a music video, which was one of the first to feature a narrative storyline.
Critical Reception
Many critics have praised the song for its rich melodies and evocative lyrics.
Band’s Line-up
When the song was recorded, Cheap Trick featured Robin Zander on vocals, Rick Nielsen on guitar, Bun E. Carlos on drums, and Tom Petersson on bass.
Production
The song, as well as the entire "All Shook Up" album, was produced by George Martin, famous for his work with The Beatles.
Live Performances
"If You Want My Love" has been a regular part of Cheap Trick's live performances since its release.
Song's Cover
Australian singer Darren Hayes made a cover of the song in 2003, bringing it back to public attention.
Awards
Although the song did not win any awards, it is often considered one of Cheap Trick's greatest hits.

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