Baby
Little Richard Lyrics
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Yeah, yeah, yeah, yes
Baby, don't you need a man like me?
We could be so happy together
Try to raise a family
Baby, sorry I've gotta go
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yes
Baby, sorry I've gotta go
I'm gonna come back to see you, baby
When you wanna love me some more
(Ohh, ohh)
Yes, baby, don't you need a man around?
Yes, baby, don't you need a man around?
We could be so happy together
I'm the sweetest man in town
Baby, sorry I've gotta go
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yes
Baby, sorry I've gotta go
I'm gonna come back to see you, baby
When you wanna love me some more
Little Richard's song Baby is a classic rock and roll song that explores themes of love and companionship. The opening lyrics of the song, "Baby, don't you need a man like me? We could be so happy together, try to raise a family," suggest a desire for a committed relationship where the two individuals can build a happy life together. The repetition of "yeah, yeah, yeah, yes" emphasizes the singer's eagerness to be with the person they are addressing.
As the song progresses, the singer acknowledges the need to leave, apologizing to their loved one, and promising to return. The lyrics "When you wanna love me some more" imply that the relationship requires effort and that the singer is willing to put in that effort to make it work. The final lines of the song, "I'm the sweetest man in town," serve as a self-assured declaration of the singer's desirable qualities.
Little Richard's distinctive vocal style and energetic delivery highlight the optimism and enthusiasm present in the lyrics of Baby. The song's catchy melody and upbeat tempo reflect the joyful spirit of early rock and roll music.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby, don't you need a man like me?
Asking if the person needs a man in their life
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yes
Reaffirming the question
We could be so happy together
Expressing the desire of having a happy relationship
Try to raise a family
Suggesting starting a family together
Baby, sorry I've gotta go
Apologizing for leaving
I'm gonna come back to see you, baby
Promising to return and see the person again
When you wanna love me some more
Implying that the person has to express their love to the singer to get him back
Yes, baby, don't you need a man around?
Asking again if the person needs a man in their life
I'm the sweetest man in town
Boasting about being the best man in the area
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Richard Penniman
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@calebrands4912
This album is 70 years old and it's better than a lot of the new music we get today.
@jeanmariebasset2544
Exactly
@HoovyTube
Perhaps my favorite song from the 1950s aside from Little Richard's 'Lucille'. Absolutely wonderful to improvise to due to the snappy rhythm!
@chunkymilk1288
:D
@merde7300
I literally just watched your vid where you used this song
@lau825
Better than 90% of today's music.
@nesiani2584
LOVE IT
@CookieMonster-hl9eg
I’ve been waiting for so long 😢🥰
@jeanmariebasset2544
Fabuleux saxos
@2010Genghis
brilliant man, brilliant generation...and to think i'm learning to blues impro of this guy and co. Go any suggestions to help me? :D