Huey Lewis & the News is an Academy Award-nominated American rock band base… Read Full Bio ↴Huey Lewis & the News is an Academy Award-nominated American rock band based in San Francisco, California. They had a run of hit singles during the 1980s and early 1990s, scoring a total of 19 top-ten singles across the US Billboard Hot 100, Adult Contemporary and Mainstream Rock charts. Their greatest success was with their number-one album, 'Sports'. Their worldwide fame expanded when their recording of "The Power of Love" was featured as a key track in the 1985 movie "Back to the Future" (in which Huey Lewis made a cameo appearance). The song became a number-one hit, and it was nominated for an Academy Award.

From a first single in 1979, the group successfully combined a pop rock and power pop (and sometimes, a blues rock) influenced backing with harmony side-vocals and Lewis' strident voice, and the band had numerous hit songs during the 1980s and early 1990s. These include "The Power of Love" and "Back in Time" (both of which were featured in the film "Back to the Future"), "I Want a New Drug", "Doin' It All (For My Baby)", "Do You Believe in Love?" "Hip to Be Square", "Stuck With You", and "Jacob's Ladder". Huey Lewis shared three Grammy awards, an American Music Award, and a People's Choice Award along with several artists for his role singing the 1985 charity song "We Are the World" as well.

=Albums=
Huey Lewis & the News (1980)
Picture This (1982) [#13 U.S. Gold]
Sports (1983) [#1 U.S. 7x Platinum]
Back to the Future Soundtrack (1985) [Gold]
Fore! (1986) [#1 U.S. 3x Platinum]
Small World (1988) [#11 U.S. Platinum]
Hard at Play (1991) [#27 U.S. Gold]
The Heart of Rock & Roll - The Best of Huey Lewis and The News (1992)
Four Chords & Several Years Ago (1994) [#55 U.S.]
Time Flies: The Best of Huey Lewis and the News (1996) [#185 U.S.]
Plan B (2001) [#165 U.S.]
Live at 25 (2005)
Greatest Hits & Videos (2006) [#70 U.S.]

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I Know What I Like
Huey Lewis & The News Lyrics

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I like things that go fast
'Cause I know that good things don't ever last
I like believing in what I want to
Don't like no one to tell me what to do
And I like the times that we've had
But I couldn't tell you what's good or bad
I'm only hoping that you understand
This feeling that I'm feeling when I'm holding your hand

(I know what I like)
I know what I like
(I know what I like)
I know what I like to do
(I know what I like)
I know what I like
(I know what I like to do)

I like the sound of breaking glass
And if you don't believe me, why do you ask?
I like leaving town, and coming back home
I'm going to show you, when we're all alone
I like staying up all night
Watching old movies 'til the morning light
I don't pretend to know what's right or wrong
But I won't like leaving, if I stay here too long

(I know what I like)
I know what I like
(I know what I like)
I know what I like to do
(I know what I like)
I know what I like
(I know what I like to do)
Well what about you?

I like things that don't change
'Cause the more something changes, the more it stays the same
I might be simple, take it easy sometimes
But I can be stubborn when I've made up my mind

I know what I like
(I know what I like)
I know what I like
(I know what I like)
I know what I like to do
(I know what I like)
I know what I like
(I know what I like to do)
I know what I like to do
(I know what I like)
I know
(I know what I like)

(I know what I like)
(I know what I like to do)

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "I Know What I Like" by Huey Lewis & The News portray the singer's desire for control over his life, while also expressing his appreciation for certain pleasures. The first verse highlights his love for fast things, knowing that good things never last. He also enjoys believing what he wants and not being told what to do by anyone. In the second verse, he mentions his likings for breaking glass and leaving town only to come back again. He also cherishes staying up late to watch movies until the morning light. Despite his "simplicity" and easy-going nature, he admits that once he's decided on something, he can be stubborn about it.

At its core, this song is about self-awareness and confidence in one's own desires. The singer knows what he likes and isn't afraid to express it, even if they are not universally accepted as good or acceptable. Through this, the song encourages listeners to embrace their individuality and not be afraid to pursue what brings them happiness and joy.

Line by Line Meaning

I like things that go fast
I enjoy things that are quick-paced and thrilling.

'Cause I know that good things don't ever last
I recognize that good things often have a short lifespan.

I like believing in what I want to
I prefer to hold my own beliefs and ideals.

Don't like no one to tell me what to do
I don't appreciate someone trying to control me or give me orders.

And I like the times that we've had
I have fond memories of moments we've shared.

But I couldn't tell you what's good or bad
I am unsure how to distinguish between positive and negative experiences.

I'm only hoping that you understand
My intention is for you to comprehend my emotions.

This feeling that I'm feeling when I'm holding your hand
I experience a particular emotion when I have physical contact with you.

(I know what I like)
I am certain about my preferences.

I like the sound of breaking glass
The sound of glass shattering pleases me.

And if you don't believe me, why do you ask?
I wonder why you are doubting me if you don't believe what I am saying.

I like leaving town, and coming back home
I enjoy the experience of temporarily departing from home and then eventually returning.

I'm going to show you, when we're all alone
I want to demonstrate something to you when we are in a private setting.

I like staying up all night
I derive pleasure from staying awake throughout the entire night.

Watching old movies 'til the morning light
I appreciate viewing older films until the early hours of the day.

I don't pretend to know what's right or wrong
I don't claim to possess knowledge about what is morally correct or incorrect.

But I won't like leaving, if I stay here too long
I don't want to leave, but if I remain here for an extended period, I will become unhappy.

I like things that don't change
I prefer things that remain constant and unchanging.

'Cause the more something changes, the more it stays the same
I believe that even when things transform, they can still retain similarities to their original state.

I might be simple, take it easy sometimes
I may be uncomplicated and at times prefer to relax.

But I can be stubborn when I've made up my mind
Once I have decided on something, I can be resistant to change my perspective or opinion.

(I know what I like)
I have certainty regarding my preferences.

I know what I like to do
I am aware of the activities that bring me joy.

Well what about you?
What are your preferences?

I know
I am sure.

(I know what I like)
I am certain about my preferences.

(I know what I like to do)
I am aware of the activities that bring me joy.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHRISTOPHER JOHN HAYES, HUEY LEWIS

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