One of the best known American power pop bands, the group's biggest hits over the years include "I Want You to Want Me", "Surrender", "Dream Police", "Don't Be Cruel" (a cover of Elvis Presley's hit), and "The Flame". Their most recent release, The Latest, has gained critical acclaim. They also wrote and performed the theme song for "The Colbert Report" as well as "That 70s Show", both tunes being fan favorites.
Nielsen and Petersson originally formed the group as Fuse in 1967, with Carlos joining the group several years later; however, when Zander joined as vocalist in 1972, the group was renamed Cheap Trick. Zander is considered one of the best hard rock vocalists of his era. For their part, Tom Petersson has been known for playing custom made 8, 12, and even a 18 string custom bass made by Modulus for Tom in 1981 and Rick Nielsen also has a penchant for unusual instruments. He owns and plays a five-necked solidbody electric guitar (it can be seen in the video for the song "She's Tight" among others).
Studio Albums
(1977) Cheap Trick [a.k.a Cheap Trick (1997)]
(1977) In Color
(1978) Heaven Tonight
(1979) Dream Police
(1980) All Shook Up
(1980) Found All The Parts
(1982) One on One
(1983) Next Position Please
(1985) Standing on the Edge
(1986) The Doctor
(1988) Lap of Luxury
(1990) Busted
(1994) Woke Up With A Monster
(1997) Cheap Trick [a.k.a Cheap Trick (1997)]
(2003) Special One
(2006) Rockford
(2009) The Latest
(2016) Bang, Zoom, Crazy...Hello
(2017) We're All Alright!
(2021) In Another World
[Live Albums]
(1978) At Budokan
(1978) Budokan II
(1998) At Budokan: the Complete Concert
(1999) Music for Hangovers
(2001) Silver
If You Still Want My Love
Cheap Trick Lyrics
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So sad when you're not around
Now what am I gonna do at the end of the day?
So sad, like some obstinate clown
I'm losing my mind
All of the time
Don't put me in the middle of your hell
If you still need my love
Just don't put me in the middle of your hell
In the middle of your hell
I know that you're the one, thought I touched the sun
I fell when I found you
Oh how hard I tried, still I worry why
Why you don't want me too
Just take my hand
I wanna be your man
So if you want my love
Don't put me in the middle of your hell
If you still need my love
Just don't put me in the middle of your hell
In the middle of your hell
Don't put me in the middle of
Don't put me in the middle of
Don't put me in the middle of your hell
Don't put me in the middle of
Don't put me in the middle of
Don't put me in the middle of your hell
Don't put me in the middle of
Don't put me in the middle of
Don't put me in the middle of your hell
Don't put me in the middle of
Don't put me in the middle of
Don't put me in the middle of your hell
Don't put me in the middle of
Don't put me in the middle of
Don't put me in the middle of your hell
The lyrics to Cheap Trick's "If You Still Want My Love" deal with the aftermath of a relationship that has gone sour. The singer is obviously still hung up on their ex and is unable to move on from them. The opening verse suggests that without their significant other, life is empty and unfulfilling. The singer seems to regret pushing their loved one away and wonders what went wrong in the relationship. The line "I'm losing my mind, all of the time" suggests that the singer is struggling to hold themselves together, and their current state is affecting their day-to-day life.
The chorus is a plea for their ex to take them back, but on their own terms. The line "Don't put me in the middle of your hell" suggests that the previous relationship was emotionally taxing on the singer, and they do not want to be placed in the same scenario again. Interestingly, the lyrics never reveal what kind of hell they're talking about, leaving it up to interpretation. It could refer to emotional turmoil, physical abuse, addiction, or any other number of issues that could complicate a relationship. The singer wants their ex to understand that they are willing to give their love a second chance but only if they can be reassured that they won't be hurt again.
Overall, the lyrics to "If You Still Want My Love" are an emotional plea from someone desperate to have a second chance with their ex. The song is sincere and heartfelt, and anyone who has been in a similar situation can relate to the feelings of desperation and heartbreak.
Line by Line Meaning
What am I gonna say, I get carried away
I tend to get too excited and say too much in your presence
So sad when you're not around
I feel really down and empty when you're not with me
Now what am I gonna do at the end of the day?
I don't know what to do with myself when the day is over and I can't see you anymore
So sad, like some obstinate clown
I feel stubbornly sad and helpless like a clown who wants to make you laugh but doesn't know how
I'm losing my mind
I am going crazy
All of the time
This happens all the time and it's driving me crazy
So if you want my love
If you truly want my love and affection
Don't put me in the middle of your hell
Please don't drag me into your personal problems and issues
If you still need my love
If you still require my love and affection
Just don't put me in the middle of your hell
Just please don't burden me with all of your troubles and worries
In the middle of your hell
I don't want to be in the midst of your chaotic, tumultuous life
I know that you're the one, thought I touched the sun
I know that you are the one I truly love and admire, and that life felt perfect when we were together
I fell when I found you
I fell in love with you when I first met you
Oh how hard I tried, still I worry why
I tried so hard to make you happy and to be with you, yet I still worry about why you don't want me with you
Why you don't want me too
I am still trying to understand why you don't want to be with me as much as I want to be with you
Just take my hand
Please take my hand and let me be there for you
I wanna be your man
I want to be your partner, your lover, your rock of support
Don't put me in the middle of
Please don't involve me in the middle of
Don't put me in the middle of your hell
Don't make me deal with your personal problems or issues
Don't put me in the middle of
Please don't drag me into the middle of
Don't put me in the middle of your hell
Please don't make me bear the burden of your troubles and worries
Don't put me in the middle of
Don't involve me in the middle of
Don't put me in the middle of your hell
Please let me be free from your chaotic, tumultuous life
Don't put me in the middle of
Please don't involve me in the middle of
Don't put me in the middle of your hell
I don't want to bear the weight of your personal problems and issues
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DAXX NIELSEN, JULIAN RAYMOND, RICK NIELSEN, ROBIN ZANDER, TOM PETERSSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@danlc95
I was freshman in high school in 1991/1992.
I had an economics teacher that reminded me of Bun E Carlos. Mr. Parrot...
I remember asking him of he had a drum set... No.
I told him that he reminded me of Mr. Carlos and he loved it! "I'm a rockstar"!
He retired a little after the new year, and it was a super sad.
Mr. Parrot passed away a couple years back. I think of him every time I hear Cheap Trick.
@virginia2421
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
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
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
Lonely is only a place
You don't know what it's like
You can't fight it
And it's a hole in my heart, in my heart
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
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
And it's a hole in my heart, in my heart
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
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
If you want my love, you got it
When you need my love, you got it
You won't hide it
You won't throw your love away, ooh
@erickandsuzanne
November 1982, I had fallen hard for a pretty blonde. We met at a skating rink, and as we were about to leave, this song came on. I moved in for a kiss, and 37+ years from then we are still together. Two kids and a grandson. Cheap Trick is the soundtrack of our life.
@Scottocaster6668
😉👍👍
@sherrif9872
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@marciegoodson3079
Thats a cool story
@thomasbrock1215
That's beautiful
@juancarlosbenitez4360
You are the master!!!!! Beautiful history.
@superzstuff
Strong Beatles influence in this great song.
@jillbriska2416
Robin’s range and power never ceases to amaze me. At 54 I have seen them more times than I can count over 30+ years. Best band EVER!
@susanborkenhagen58
I agree. I saw the band several times before Covid hit and Robin's voice was still incredible. The whole band still rocks but I miss Bun E.
@ronmerchantjr1851
Congrats jill.thats quite the feather in your cap.id be thrilled to death if I saw them once.you rock girl.rock on..