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“I Want You to Want Me” is a song originally written and recorded by the American rock band Cheap Trick in 1977. In 2000, country artist Dwight Yoakam covered this track on his eleventh studio album, Tomorrow’s Sounds Today, released on October 31, 2000.

 Yoakam’s rendition of “I Want You to Want Me” was released as the album’s second single and reached No. 49 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.

This cover exemplifies Yoakam’s ability to bridge genres, infusing a classic rock song with his distinctive honky-tonk style. The album itself marked a return to traditional country sounds for Yoakam, featuring collaborations with legendary artist Buck Owens.

Critically, Tomorrow’s Sounds Today was praised for its authentic country feel. AllMusic noted that Yoakam “fashioned a contemporary roots-conscious country album whose qualities, like the artist’s distinctive style, are timeless.”

 However, some critics viewed the album as a retrenchment rather than an extension of Yoakam’s artistic persona.
 Yoakam’s cover of “I Want You to Want Me” stands as a testament to his versatility as an artist, successfully merging rock and country elements to create a unique interpretation of a classic hit.

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