Letters to Cleo - I Want You to Want Me Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who originally wrote the song "I Want You to Want Me"?

   The song "I Want You to Want Me" was written by Rick Nielsen, the guitarist of the American rock band Cheap Trick.

2. Which album first featured the song "I Want You to Want Me"?

   The song first appeared on Cheap Trick's second album, "In Color," which was released in September 1977.

3. How did the Letters to Cleo version of "I Want You to Want Me" gain attention?

   The cover by Letters to Cleo gained attention when it was featured on the soundtrack of the 1999 film "10 Things I Hate About You."

4. Did the original studio version of "I Want You to Want Me" chart in the U.S.?

   No, the original studio version, which had a music hall style, did not chart in the United States. However, a live version from the "At Budokan" album later became a major hit.

5. What are some notable differences between the original and live versions of "I Want You to Want Me" by Cheap Trick?

   The original version had a medium tempo with a country feel and honky tonk piano. The live version from the "At Budokan" album was more rock-oriented, capturing the band's live energy and featuring a higher tempo.

6. Why did Cheap Trick decide to rework their second album, "In Color"?

   Cheap Trick members Rick Nielsen and Tom Petersson criticized the lightweight production of "In Color," including the original version of "I Want You to Want Me." They went as far as re-recording the album in 1997, although that version was never officially released.