About the song
“You Showed Me” is a timeless classic that has captivated audiences for decades. Written by Gene Clark and Jim McGuinn, also known as Roger, of the iconic rock band the Byrds in 1964, this song has undergone a remarkable transformation over the years. Initially recorded by the Byrds, it was later covered by the Turtles in 1968, becoming their last big hit in the United States. The song’s enduring popularity is a testament to its universal appeal, with its themes of love, heartbreak, and introspection resonating with listeners across generations.
The Turtles’ version of “You Showed Me” is a standout track that showcases the band’s unique blend of psychedelic pop and folk rock. Recorded in 1968 as part of their album The Turtles Present the Battle of the Bands, this song features a slower tempo than the original Byrds’ version, which was introduced to the Turtles by their producer and former bass player, Chip Douglas. Douglas, who had first become acquainted with the song after hearing Clark, McGuinn, and Crosby perform it at The Troubadour in 1964, brought a new perspective to the song, transforming it into a hauntingly beautiful ballad that features an accompaniment of strings, including violins, violas, and cellos.
The Turtles’ recording of “You Showed Me” reached No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100, cementing its place as one of the band’s most beloved and enduring songs. Over the years, the song has been covered by a number of other acts, including the Lightning Seeds, Salt-N-Pepa, Lutricia McNeal, and Madison Beer, each putting their own unique spin on this timeless classic. Despite its many interpretations, “You Showed Me” remains a testament to the power of music to transcend time and genre, speaking to our shared human experiences and emotions in a way that continues to resonate with listeners today.
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Lyrics
You showed me how to do
Exactly what you do
How I fell in love with you
Oh, oh, oh, it’s true
Oh, oh, I love you
You showed me how to say
Exactly what you say
In that very special way
Oh, oh, oh, it’s true
You fell for me too
And when I tried it
I could see you fall
And I decided
It’s not a trip at all
You taught it to me too
Exactly what you do
And now you love me too
Oh, oh, oh, it’s true
We’re in love, we two
Na, na na na na na
Na na na na na
Na na na na na
Oh, oh-oh, oh-oh
We’re in love, we two
We two
You showed me how to do
Exactly what you do
How I fell in love with you
You showed me how to say
Exactly what you say
In that very special way
You taught it to me too
Exactly what you do
And now you love me too
Now you love me too
Now you love me too
Now you love me too
Now you love me too
Now you love me too
Now you love me too