All I Wanna Do Is Make Love to You

The Zoo Crew is spinning the classic track All I Wanna Do Is Make Love to You by Heart from their 1990 album Brigade, and the Zoo Freaks are surely vibing to its sultry rock energy. This song, written by Robert John "Mutt" Lange, was a massive hit, climbing to number two on the US Billboard Hot 100, just shy of the top spot thanks to Madonna’s Vogue. It also hit number one in Canada and Australia and even snagged a Grammy nomination for Best Group Pop Vocal Performance. Fun fact: the song wasn’t originally a Heart creation—it was first recorded by Dobie Gray in 1979 as All I Want to Do Is Make Love to You with different lyrics. Heart’s version, with its provocative narrative, stirred some controversy for its story of a woman who has a one-night stand with a stranger to conceive a child, later revealing her husband’s infertility. The Wilson sisters, Ann and Nancy, have said in interviews that they didn’t intend to make a political statement but aimed to craft a fictional tale that would connect with fans. The music video, featuring the band in a moody, dimly lit room, was a staple on MTV, and the song’s legacy endures, with covers like a 2011 Glee mashup with Uptown Girl and references in shows like Friends and movies like Fight Club.

Another tidbit from the song’s history comes from Heart’s own reflections shared on social media. On March 26, 2019, Heart’s official X account posted about Brigade’s release in 1990, noting that the album sold over three million copies, with All I Wanna Do Is Make Love to You as its standout single. Fans on platforms like X continue to celebrate the track, with users like @MADMAXTHUNDER3 in April 2025 calling it “one of the greatest pop songs” and praising Heart as a top-tier band. The song’s lyrical depth and Ann Wilson’s powerhouse vocals have kept it a fan favorite, often discussed in fan spaces like the Heartmongers Facebook group, where devotees share stories of how the song’s emotional intensity hit them during live performances. Some fans on Heartmonger, a dedicated fan site, have pointed out the song’s bold storytelling as a hallmark of Heart’s willingness to push boundaries in the rock genre, especially in the early ’90s when female-led bands were carving out their space.

Heart, formed by sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson, began their journey in Seattle in the early 1970s. Growing up in a musical family, the sisters were influenced by their parents’ love for music and their own exposure to rock and folk. Ann joined a local band called Hocus Pocus in 1970, which later evolved into Heart with the addition of Nancy, bassist Steve Fossen, guitarist Roger Fisher, and drummer Michael DeRosier. Their blend of hard rock, folk, and pop sensibilities caught attention, and by 1975, they signed with Mushroom Records. Their debut album, Dreamboat Annie, released in 1976, featured hits like Magic Man and Crazy on You, establishing them as a force in rock. Heart’s ability to fuse Ann’s commanding vocals with Nancy’s intricate guitar work set them apart, and they became one of the first female-fronted rock bands to achieve mainstream success. Over the decades, they’ve released 13 studio albums, with iconic tracks like Barracuda and Alone, and continue to tour, as seen in their 2025 Royal Flush Tour mentioned in fan posts on X.

For Zoo Freaks wanting to dive deeper into Heart’s world, check out their official website for tour dates, merch, and news. You can also follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and X for updates and throwbacks like their Brigade anniversary post. Fans can connect with fellow Heart enthusiasts through the Heartmongers Facebook group, a vibrant community sharing concert memories and rare photos. The fan-run Heartmonger site is another great spot for discographies, tour archives, and fan stories. Whether you’re grooving to All I Wanna Do Is Make Love to You or exploring Heart’s decades-long legacy, the Zoo Crew knows how to keep the rock spirit alive for all the Zoo Freaks out there.