“I’d Rather Be With You” by Joshua Radin
As more or less explained by Joshua Radin in relation to this song (“I’d Rather Be With You”), what the lyrics center on is the concept of the vocalist coming to the realization that the addressee is the one. This is something he didn’t realize earlier on, and perhaps it can also be said was not brave enough to act upon. But in the here and now, he understands that the only way to stave off depression is with her by his side. Furthermore, he has come to the conclusion that it would be best if he were to age with a partner such as the addressee in his life.
When did Joshua Radin release “I’d Rather Be With You”?
This is a folk rock song by Ohio-born singer and songwriter Joshua Radin. The track was first issued as a single in the US in September 2008. It was later released in the UK in April 2010.
The song appears on the singer’s second studio offering titled “Simple Times”. It is the second song on the album’s tracklist.
Performance on the Charts
It performed moderately on the charts around the world, managing to peak at number 82 on the Hot 100. However, it performed much better in the UK, peaking at number 11 on the official singles chart there.
Did Joshua Radin write “I’d Rather Be With You”?
Radin is the sole author of “I’d Rather Be With You”. That said, he didn’t take part in the song’s production. Rob Schnapf, who is an American record producer, oversaw the production.
According to Joshua, he wrote the song about his attempts to get a girlfriend of his back.
TV Appearances
The track has been used in multiple on-screen projects. It featured in the episode, “My Cookie Pants“, of the medical drama series “Scrubs”. It was also used in the series “Home & Away”.
The “Simple Times” Album
On September 9 of 2008 “Simple Times” was made available on the digital media store, iTunes. The album was released by record label, Mom + Pop Music.
This 11-track record performed well in the UK. There, it peaked at number 9. It also enjoyed some success in the US, reaching number 34 on the Billboard 200.
