Split Enz - I Got You Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who wrote 'I Got You' by Split Enz?

   'I Got You' was written by Neil Finn, the co-lead singer of Split Enz. Neil initially did not consider the song to be a hit, but it became the band's most commercially successful track.

2. When was 'I Got You' released as a single?

   'I Got You' was released as a single on 21 January 1980 by Mushroom Records in Australia and New Zealand, and later in August 1980 by A&M internationally.

3. How successful was 'I Got You' in the charts?

   'I Got You' became Split Enz's most commercially successful song, topping the charts in Australia and New Zealand for eight weeks and reaching the top 20 in the UK and Canadian charts. By July 1980, it was the biggest selling single in Australian history.

4. What is the concept of the music video for 'I Got You'?

   The music video for 'I Got You' features Neil Finn singing in a room, with the other band members performing in a framed picture on the wall behind him. The picture animates during the chorus but remains still during the verses.

5. Did Split Enz perform 'I Got You' during their reunions?

   Yes, during several of their reunions, Split Enz performed 'I Got You'. The band has reunited multiple times, including for Greenpeace benefit concerts and anniversary tours, often featuring their classic line-up and hit songs.

6. Who covered the song 'I Got You' after Split Enz?

   The song 'I Got You' has been covered by Vitamin C and The Connells. Also, Fleetwood Mac played the song during their 2018-2019 tour, where Neil Finn replaced longtime member Lindsey Buckingham.