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I Want You Back

Bananarama · 1988

19 min · 4 tracks · new wave · dance-pop

A vibrant dance-pop collection that blends infectious hooks with a playful, upbeat energy.

I Want You Back is a single by Bananarama, released in 1988. A vibrant dance-pop collection that blends infectious hooks with a playful, upbeat energy. This album is significant for its chart performance, with the title track 'I Want You Back' reaching notable positions in various international charts. The remix of 'Love in the First Degree' also highlighted the group's influence in the dance music scene during the late 80s, contributing to their reputation as one of the leading girl groups of the era. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does I Want You Back sound like?

A vibrant dance-pop collection that blends infectious hooks with a playful, upbeat energy. Rooted in new wave and dance-pop.

What makes I Want You Back by Bananarama notable?

This album is significant for its chart performance, with the title track 'I Want You Back' reaching notable positions in various international charts. The remix of 'Love in the First Degree' also highlighted the group's influence in the dance music scene during the late 80s, contributing to their reputation as one of the leading girl groups of the era. By 1988, Bananarama was riding high on their popularity following the success of their previous album, 'True Confessions' (1986). 'I Want You Back' marked their continued evolution in the dance-pop genre, showcasing their ability to create catchy tracks that resonated well in clubs and radio playlists.

How many songs are on I Want You Back?

I Want You Back has 4 tracks, running approximately 19 minutes.

Tracklist

4 tracks·19:44

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 I Want You Back Standout 3:46
  • 2 Bad for Me Standout 3:39
  • 3 Amnesia (The Theme From the Roxy) (extended 12″ version) 6:34
  • 4 Love in the First Degree (House remix) Standout 5:44

Release Date

April 1, 1988

Genre

dance-pop, new wave

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

19 min 44 sec