I Just Want To Make Love To You
"I Just Want To Make Love To You"
Experience Foghat's explosive 1972 rock version of "I Just Want To Make Love To You"! Released on their debut, this hard-hitting track transformed a blues standard into a quintessential 70s rock anthem. Its heavy groove and iconic slide guitar define this classic Foghat signature song.
- TITLE: I Just Want To Make Love To You
- CATEGORY: All Time Favorite Music
- BAND: Foghat
- GENRE: Rock
- RELEASEDAY: July 28
- YEAR: 1972
Appearing on Foghat's self-titled debut album in 1972, their rendition of "I Just Want To Make Love To You" immediately established their powerful rock credentials. Forsaking the slower blues tempo of the original, Foghat injected heavy guitar riffs, a driving rhythm, and raw energy, firmly placing the track within the Hard Rock and Boogie Rock genres popular at the time.
This 1972 rock staple quickly became one of Foghat’s most recognized songs and a fixture on FM radio. Driven by Lonesome Dave Peverett's vocals and Rod Price's signature slide guitar, the track's energy made it a live favorite. Decades later, Foghat's powerful 1972 rock arrangement remains a definitive version, showcasing their unique blend of blues roots and hard rock power.
SONG MEANING: The lyrics of "I Just Want To Make Love To You" are a direct and unambiguous expression of carnal desire. The singer explicitly states their sole intention is physical intimacy, dismissing other relationship aspects like providing money, chores, or lasting commitment, focusing purely on the passionate act of making love.
"Foghat"
- TITLE: Foghat
- CATEGORY: All Time Favorite Music
- ACTIVE: 1971–1984 (1971), 1993–present (1993)
- BAND: Foghat
"Home in My Hand"
- TITLE: Home in My Hand
- CATEGORY: All Time Favorite Music
- BAND: Foghat
- GENRE: Rock
- OTHER: Cruisin Classic
- RELEASEDAY: January 06
- YEAR: 1974
