Before going solo, Robison was in the bands Chaparral, Millionaire Playboys, and Two Hoots and a Holler. At one point, Robison was on Warner Brothers, but apparently did not see eye to eye about his musical career there and left to release some albums on his own. Among his releases was a live disc also featuring brother Bruce Robison and Jack Ingram that was put out by Sony's Lucky Dog label. He then went to Dualtone Records.
Robison was a judge on the first season of the TV singing competition Nashville Star.
He married Emily Erwin of the Dixie Chicks in 1999 (the couple divorced on August 6, 2008). They have three children together: Charles Augustus, called "Gus", born November 11, 2002 and twins Julianna Tex (9:19pm, 6 lb 10 oz) and Henry Benjamin (9:29pm, 6 lb 14 oz), born on April 14, 2005. All three children were conceived via invitro fertilization.
Discography
High Life (2013) - Charlie Robison
Beautiful Day (2009) - Charlie Robison
Good Times (2004) - Charlie Robison
Live (2003) - Charlie Robison
Step Right Up (2001) - Charlie Robison
I Want You Bad [CD Single] (2001) -Charlie Robison
Unleashed Live (2000) - Charlie Robison/Jack Ingram/Bruce Robison
You're Not The Best [single] (1999) - Charlie Robison
Life of the Party (1998) - Charlie Robison
Barlight [CD/Cassette Single] (1998) - Charlie Robison
Bandera (1996) - Charlie Robison
Official website: http://www.charlierobison.com/
I Want You Bad
Charlie Robison Lyrics
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Cause you're the best thing that I've ever had
And I want you
I want you bad
So come on
Let's give it a whirl
And we can shake up
And I want you
Oh I want you girl
Well I'm running out of things to do
I've got no other place but you
Never no you'll never be sad
I'm gonna make you feel so glad
And I want you
Oh I want you bad
Well I'm running out of things to do
I've got no other place but you
I'm thinking
I'm gonna lose my head
Ya know the phone line
Is taking to much breath
And I want you
Oh I want you bad
Oh and I want you
Oh I want you bad
Charlie Robison's song "I Want You Bad" is a classic love song that speaks of a desire to be with someone so much that it drives the singer crazy. The lyrics express the depth of the singer's feelings, his intentions to pursue the person he desires, and how he hopes that the relationship will lead to immense joy and happiness.
The song explores two main themes: the singer's desire for the person he loves and how he is willing to go to great lengths to make her happy. At the same time, the singer is aware that the love interest is the "best thing" he's ever had, and he doesn't want to lose her. Hence, he declares that "I want you bad" several times throughout the song, emphasizing his strong desire for her.
The singer also expresses his willingness to "shake up the whole wide world" with the love interest, indicating his belief that they can accomplish amazing things together. The song's catchy melody and upbeat tempo combine to create a feeling of pure joy and love that promotes a sense of yearning for that special someone.
Line by Line Meaning
Well lately you've been driving me mad
Recently, your actions have been causing me intense frustration.
Cause you're the best thing that I've ever had
Because you are the most valuable and significant experience I have ever had.
And I want you
I desire to have you in my life.
I want you bad
I have a strong, intense desire to have you in my life.
So come on
Let's take action together.
Let's give it a whirl
Let's try it and see what happens.
And we can shake up
Together we can disrupt or change things significantly.
The whole wide world
The entire world or society at large.
Oh I want you
I desire to have you in my life.
I want you girl
I have a strong, intense desire to have you in my life, specifically as a romantic partner.
Well I'm running out of things to do
I have exhausted my other available options and feel compelled to pursue you.
I've got no other place but you
I have no other suitable option or opportunity except to be with you.
Never no you'll never be sad
I promise that you will never feel unhappy or disappointed with me in your life.
I'm gonna make you feel so glad
I will ensure that you feel happy and content in your life with me.
I'm thinking
I am pondering or considering something important.
I'm gonna lose my head
I will become very emotional or mentally overwhelmed as a result of my strong feelings for you.
Ya know the phone line
You are aware that we have a means of communication via phone.
Is taking to much breath
Talking to you over the phone is causing me to become winded or run out of breath.
Oh and I want you
I desire to have you in my life.
Oh I want you bad
I have a strong, intense desire to have you in my life.
Contributed by Riley R. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Mounce Ron Ruby
on Always
And he had a lot more 'loot'....not 'more to lose'. Either way sounds good, though