Journey's lyric 'Any way you want it, that's the way you...' is completed by 'need it.'
'Any Way You Want It' was released by Journey in 1980 on the album Departure. The song was written by vocalist Steve Perry and guitarist Neal Schon, who were central figures in Journey's songwriting and sound during the group's rise to arena-rock prominence.
The recording is known for its prominent vocal harmonies, energetic guitar work and concise radio-friendly structure. Unlike some of Journey's longer power ballads, it moves quickly and emphasizes a repeated chorus designed for audience participation.
The song became a major concert favorite and has remained associated with Journey's classic period. Its title and chorus are sometimes paraphrased as 'any way you need it,' but the exact sequence is 'Any way you want it, that's the way you need it.'