Michael Nesmith The song features the doubling of regular bass with Danelectro or "dano" bass; the dano bass' distinctive twang gave Nesmith's 1966 tracks a country flavor. The doubling of bass proved difficult to master as some 35 takes were needed before the backing track was completed. The song was featured on three first-season episodes of The Monkees: "The Chaperone," "One Man Shy," and "Monkees a La Mode." "I Wanna Be Free" (TV version) Written by Tommy Boyce and Bobby Hart Lead vocals: Davy Jones, Micky Dolenz Guitars: Wayne Erwin, Gerry McGee, Louie Shelton Bass: Larry Taylor Drums: Billy Lewis Tambourine: Gene Estes Organ: Michel Rubini Recorded at RCA Victor Studios, Hollywood, California; July 19, 1966 (2:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.) Producers: Tommy Boyce, Bobby Hart "I Won't Be the Same Without Her" (mono mix) Written by Gerry Goffin and Carole King Lead/backing vocals: Michael Nesmith Harmony vocals: Micky Dolenz and unknown Guitars/dano basses: Peter Tork, James Burton, Glen Campbell, Al Casey, Mike Deasy Bass: Bob West Drums: Hal Blaine Percussion: Gary Coleman, Frank DeVito Piano: Larry Knechtel Recorded at RCA Victor Studios, Hollywood, California; July 18, 1966 (8:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m.) Producer: Michael Nesmith Charts Album Single Certifications Notes References Sources External links The Monkees (1966) The Monkees albums 1966 debut albums Arista Records albums RCA Records albums RCA Victor albums Rhino Records albums Sundazed Records albums Colgems Records albums