About the song
A Sweet Confession: The Partridge Family’s “I Think I Love You” (1970)
In the autumn of 1970, a song as innocent as a first crush captured the hearts of America. “I Think I Love You,” performed by the fictional TV family band The Partridge Family, wasn’t just a chart-topping hit; it was a cultural phenomenon.
The song’s simple, almost childlike lyrics, sung by a then-13-year-old David Cassidy, resonated with listeners of all ages. The sweet uncertainty, the nervous excitement of young love – it was a universal feeling, wrapped in a bubblegum pop melody that was impossible not to hum along to.
A Bubblegum Pop Gem
Musically, “I Think I Love You” is a classic example of bubblegum pop. Its bright, bouncy instrumentation, featuring a prominent piano and upbeat rhythm section, creates an undeniably cheerful atmosphere. The song’s structure is straightforward, with catchy verses and a chorus that repeats the title phrase, ensuring it gets stuck in your head.
More Than Just a Song
But the song’s appeal went beyond its musical merits. It was tied to the popular television show “The Partridge Family,” which followed the adventures of a widowed mother and her five children who formed a rock band. The show’s wholesome image and the song’s innocent theme made it a favorite among families, while its catchy tune and youthful energy appealed to younger audiences.
A Lasting Legacy
“I Think I Love You” topped the Billboard Hot 100 chart for three weeks, becoming the best-selling single of 1970. It launched The Partridge Family into superstardom and solidified David Cassidy’s status as a teen idol.
Even today, the song retains its charm. It’s a nostalgic reminder of a simpler time, a sweet and innocent expression of love that continues to resonate with listeners across generations. Whether you experienced it firsthand in 1970 or discovered it later, “I Think I Love You” remains a timeless testament to the power of young love and catchy pop music.
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Lyrics
I was sleeping and right in the middle of a good dream
Like all at once I wake up from something that keeps knocking at my brain
Before I go insane I hold my pillow to my head
And spring up in my bed screaming out the words I dread
I think I love you (I think I love you)
This morning I woke up with this feeling
I didn’t know how to deal with and so I just decided to myself
I’d hide it to myself and never talk about it
And did not go and shout it when you walked into the room
I think I love you (I think I love you)
I think I love you so what am I so afraid of
I’m afraid that I’m not sure of a love there is no cure for
I think I love you isn’t that what life is made of
Though it worries me to say that I never felt this way
I don’t know what I’m up against
I don’t know what it’s all about
I got so much to think about
Hey, I think I love you so what am I so afraid of
I’m afraid that I’m not sure of a love there is no cure for
I think I love you isn’t that what life is made of
Though it worries me to say I never felt this way
Believe me you really don’t have to worry
I only wanna make you happy and if you say “hey go away” I will
But I think better still I’d better stay around and love you
Do you think I have a case let me ask you to your face
Do you think you love me?
I think I love you
I think I love you
I think I love you
I think I love you
I think I love you
I think I love you
I think I love you
I think I love you