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Who sang You Really Got Me?

The Kinks released the song You Really Got Me. Date of release: 2/10/1964.

Release date: 2/10/1964

Duration: 02:14

Writer(s): Ray Davies

Producer(s): Shel Talmy

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The meaning of the song 'You Really Got Me ', based on the lyrics

What is You Really Got Me about?

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This person caught my attention and I can't get her out of my mind.

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This explanation is based on the lyrics of ‘You Really Got Me’. The meaning is of course subject to interpretation.

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The Kinks - Short Biography

- The Kinks were an English rock band formed in Muswell Hill, London in 1963 by brothers Ray and Dave Davies.
- They were part of the British Invasion in the United States until they were banned from touring in 1965.
- They are considered one of the most influential rock bands of the 1960s.
- Their third single, "You Really Got Me," was an international hit, reaching the top of the charts in the UK and the Top 10 in the US.
- The band emerged at the height of British rhythm and blues and Merseybeat.

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The Kinks released "You Really Got Me" in 1964. The song was written by Ray Davies and was inspired by an American rock band the Kinks had seen live, the Contours. The song is about a young man who is infatuated with a girl and will do anything to get her. The song was a huge success, reaching number one in the UK and number seven in the US. The Kinks are considered one of the most important and influential rock bands of all time.

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