| Give Me Something | |
| Cover: | Give_Me_Something_by_Jarryd_James.jpg |
| Border: | yes |
| Type: | single |
| Artist: | Jarryd James |
| Album: | Thirty One |
| Recorded: | 2015 |
| Label: | Dryden Street, Universal Music Australia |
| Producer: | Jarryd James, Joel Little |
| Prev Title: | Do You Remember |
| Prev Year: | 2015 |
| Next Title: | Regardless |
| Next Year: | 2015 |
"Give Me Something" is a single released from Australian singer-songwriter Jarryd James. The song was written and produced by Jarryd James and Joel Little. It was released digitally on 18 May 2015[1] and distributed by Universal Music Australia, with whom James signed a deal in early 2015.[2]
Lyrically, James sings about realising someone might not love you as much as you love them and scrambling for a piece of them.[3]
"Give Me Something" debuted at number 68 on the ARIA Singles Chart and was certified platinum in 2019.
Mike Wass of Idolator said; "'Give Me Something' is a heady rush of soul-tinged, retro-leaning pop — albeit with an extremely modern twist. Jarryd begs the object of his affection for a little more affection over squiggly synths and squelchy beats. There's a splash of Prince, a touch of Chet Faker and a large serve of something completely original." Wass believes the song is "just as good — if not better than — his breakthrough hit".[4]
Indie Trendsetters said; "Outrageously spunky, punchy, with bold accents and a serious wow factor, Jarryd James hits a magnificent stride with 'Give Me Something'. The organ is skipping, the bass is blaring and Jarryd’s beat-driven falsetto is bringing everything together."[5]
Jarryd James released the video for "Give Me Something" via YouTube on 8 July 2015.[6] In the video we see James gazing admiringly at a young blonde woman in white who's skirting the edges of a swimming pool in what looks like a contemporary, but rustic home in the middle of nowhere.[7]
| Chart (2015) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Australia (ARIA)[8] | 59 |
| Australia Independent Chart (AIR)[9] | 5 |