Desperately Wanting
Better Than Ezra
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12 facts about this song
Release Date"Desperately Wanting" was released in 1996 as part of the band's second studio album, "Friction, Baby."
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Commercial SuccessThis song massively contributed to the commercial success of the album, which went on to become a platinum record.
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Chart Performance"Desperately Wanting" reached Number 1 on the Billboard Mainstream Rock Tracks chart.
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Music VideoThe music video for this song was shot in New Orleans, the hometown of the band.
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Lyric InspirationThis song is significantly autobiographical and was inspired by the band members' experiences in college.
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Background of the BandBetter Than Ezra is often credited with helping to shape the post-grunge alternative rock landscape with memorable songs like "Desperately Wanting."
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Concert StapleIt is one of the band’s most performed songs at their live shows, showcasing their alternative pop/rock style.
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Contribution to CharitiesIn 2015, Better Than Ezra raised over $85,000 from a concert where "Desperately Wanting" was performed, donating it to the Better Than Ezra Foundation and Beth's Friends Forever to help local New Orleans and single-parent families dealing with cancer.
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Soundtrack AppearanceIt was featured in the popular teen drama series "Dawson's Creek" further increasing its popularity.
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Song MeaningThe song is a heartbreaking tribute to lost adolescence and the desire to reconnect with the past.
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Legendary AchievementIn 2021, Better Than Ezra’s "Desperately Wanting" was recognized as the Most Performed Song by the BMI Pop Awards, celebrating its enduring popularity and impact.
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Cultural Impact"Desperately Wanting" remains an iconic song from the '90s, often played on throwback radio stations and '90s playlists.
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