Song

Desperately Wanting

by Better Than Ezra

Desperately Wanting is a 1996 song by Better Than Ezra, 4:37 long, which peaked at #48 on the Billboard Hot 100. A karaoke version is available on KaraFun.

Charted (#48) Karaoke version available

Released 1996 Hot 100 peak #48 · 20 weeks Length 4:37 Pop-Rock, Alternative Rock

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Performance tips

• Focus on the nostalgic, storytelling quality of the lyrics
• Deliver the "hey-ey-ey" hooks with plenty of resonance
• Keep the energy building toward the final chorus

Karaoke versions

There's a karaoke version of this song. Most karaoke services carry it; KaraFun lists it among its catalog.

• Find karaoke versions on YouTubeOpens a YouTube search for "Desperately Wanting" karaoke

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