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 "HUMAN" by The Human League can be interpreted as a reflection on the complexities of human emotions and relationships. For many listeners, it explores themes of vulnerability and the struggle to connect with others in an increasingly detached world. The juxtaposition of heartfelt longing against the backdrop of pop sensibilities allows listeners to engage with the deeper sentiments of love, identity, and the challenges that come with being human. Ultimately, the lyrical content encourages introspection and resonates with anyone who has grappled with these universal feelings.
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: Crash (Bonus Track Version)
- Genre: Pop
- iTunes release date: September 8, 1986
- Track runtime: 4:25
- Listed artist: The Human League
Video Snapshot
- Video title: The Human League – Human
- YouTube channel: Ignazio Deddu
Quick Facts
- Artist: HUMAN LEAGUE
- Song: HUMAN
- Album/collection: Crash (Bonus Track Version)
- Genre: Pop
- Reference page: Don't You Want Me
