About the song
Tommy James and the Shondells, a popular American rock band of the 1960s, released “I Think We’re Alone Now” as a psychedelic anthem that captured the spirit of the era. This upbeat and energetic song, with its catchy melody and James’s charismatic vocals, became a hit single and a staple of the band’s live performances.
With its psychedelic sound and introspective lyrics, “I Think We’re Alone Now” explores themes of love, desire, and the search for meaning in life. The song’s repetitive chorus and James’s passionate vocals create a hypnotic and immersive listening experience.
The opening lines, “I think we’re alone now, just you and me,” immediately establish the song’s central theme. The lyrics continue to reference the intensity and passion of young love, and the desire for intimacy. The song’s refrain, “I think we’re alone now,” is both powerful and repetitive, conveying a sense of obsession and longing.
Throughout the song, Tommy James and the Shondells’ psychedelic sound creates a captivating and immersive listening experience. The band’s use of experimental effects, intricate guitar work, and James’s passionate vocals add depth and complexity to the music, while also reflecting the spirit of the 1960s counterculture movement.
“I Think We’re Alone Now” is more than just a popular rock song; it is a cultural touchstone that has influenced countless artists and generations of music fans. The song’s infectious melody and introspective lyrics continue to resonate with audiences today, making it a timeless and enduring piece of music history.
Video
Lyrics
Children behave
That’s what they say when we’re together
And watch how you play
They don’t understand, and so we’re
Running just as fast as we can
Holdin’ onto one another’s hand
Tryin’ to get away into the night
And then you put your arms around me
As we tumble to the ground, and then you say
I think we’re alone now
There doesn’t seem to be anyone around
I think we’re alone now
The beating of our hearts is the only sound
Look at the way
We gotta hide what we’re doin
‘Cause what would they say
If they ever knew and so we’re
Running just as fast as we can
Holdin’ onto one another’s hand
Tryin’ to get away into the night
And then you put your arms around me
As we tumble to the ground, and then you say
I think we’re alone now
There doesn’t seem to be anyone around
I think we’re alone now
The beating of our hearts is the only sound
I think we’re alone now (alone now)
There doesn’t seem to be anyone around
I think we’re alone now (alone now)
The beating of our hearts is the only sound
I think we’re alone now (alone now)
There doesn’t seem to be anyone around
I think we’re alone now…