About The Song
“I Think We’re Alone Now” is a song recorded by Tommy James and the Shondells. Written by Ritchie Cordell, the song was first recorded by Tommy James and the Shondells in 1967. It became a major hit, reaching number 4 on the US Hot 100 chart in April 1967. The song finished at No. 12 on Billboard magazine’s year-end singles chart for 1967, solidifying its place in music history. It served as the main single from the album of the same name by Tommy James & the Shondells, released on January 5, 1967.
The song “I Think We’re Alone Now” by Tommy James & the Shondells explores the theme of intimacy and escapism. It captures the desire for privacy and freedom within a secret relationship. The lyrics depict two individuals finding solace and freedom in each other’s company, perhaps necessitated by societal expectations or disapproval. The song’s enduring popularity suggests its themes remain relevant across generations, touching on universal experiences of love, desire, and intimacy.
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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
Holding on to one another’s hand
Trying 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 doing
‘Cause what would they say
If they ever knew
And so we’re running just as fast as we can
Holding on to one another’s hand
Trying 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
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
There doesn’t seem to be anyone around
I think we’re alone now