About the Song
"Don't You Want Me" is a song by the English synth-pop band The Human League. It was released on 27 November 1981 by Virgin Records as the fourth single from their third studio album, Dare (1981). The band's best known and most commercially successful song, it was the best selling UK single of 1981, that year's Christmas number one, and has since sold over 1,560,000 copies in the UK, making it the 23rd-most successful single in UK singles chart history. It topped the Billboard Hot 100 in the US on 3 July 1982, where it stayed for three weeks.
Meaning Behind the Lyrics
The song "Don't You Want Me" can be interpreted as a reflection on the complexities of relationships and the power dynamics that often exist within them. Many listeners may find that it explores themes of desire and rejection, highlighting how emotions can shift between longing and uncertainty. The interplay between the two voices in the song suggests differing perspectives, which adds depth to its narrative. This dynamic can resonate with anyone who has experienced the highs and lows of romantic interactions, making it not just a catchy pop anthem, but also a compelling study of interpersonal connections.
Did You Know?
- The Human League are an English synth-pop band formed in Sheffield in 1977.
- The album produced the hit singles "The Sound of the Crowd", "Love Action ", "Open Your Heart" and the UK and US number one "Don't You Want Me".
Music Details
These details come from the iTunes song listing used for the artwork and metadata match.
- Album/collection: Dare
- Genre: Pop
- iTunes release date: October 16, 1981
- Track runtime: 3:57
- Listed artist: The Human League
Video Snapshot
- Video title: The Human League – Don't You Want Me (Official Music Video)
- YouTube channel: TheHumanLeagueVEVO
- Video published: February 27, 2009
- Video runtime: 3 minutes, 27 seconds
- YouTube views when drafted: 250,946,273
- YouTube likes when drafted: 1,197,824
- YouTube comments when drafted: 31,919
Quick Facts
- Artist: HUMAN LEAGUE
- Song: DON'T YOU WANT ME
- Album/collection: Dare
- Genre: Pop
- Reference page: Don't You Want Me
