Someone to Watch over Me
Frank Sinatra Lyrics
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I hope that she turns out to be
Someone who'll watch over me
I'm a little lamb who's lost in the wood
I know I could, could always be good
To one who'll watch over me
Although I may not be the man some
Girls think of as handsome
To her heart I'll carry the key
Won't you tell her please to put on some speed
Follow my lead, oh, how I need
Someone to watch over me
Won't you tell her please to put on some speed
Follow my lead, oh, how I need
Someone to watch over me
The lyrics to Frank Sinatra's "Someone to Watch Over Me," composed by George and Ira Gershwin, express a deep longing for human connection and affection. The singer is a vulnerable and lost "little lamb" who is searching for someone to watch over him. The singer admits that he is not conventionally handsome, but he hopes that he can gain someone's affection and unlock their heart with his own key.
The lyrics suggest that the singer's longing for love is not just about physical attraction or romantic interest, but rather a simple desire to be cared for and protected. He knows the world can be harsh and unforgiving, and his confession "oh, how I need" implies a feeling of desperation and loneliness. This plea for companionship is underscored by the soulful and melancholic melody, which adds to the depth and complexity of the lyrics. Overall, "Someone to Watch Over Me" speaks to the common human need for love, protection, and belonging.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a somebody I'm longing to see
I have a strong desire to meet and spend time with someone.
I hope that she turns out to be
I have optimism that this person will meet my expectations.
Someone who'll watch over me
I desire someone to protect and care for me.
I'm a little lamb who's lost in the wood
I feel vulnerable and uncertain, like a young animal who has wandered into unfamiliar territory.
I know I could, could always be good
I have faith in my ability to behave well and be a good companion.
To one who'll watch over me
I want to give my loyalty and attention to someone who will take care of me.
Although I may not be the man some
I understand that I may not possess the physical qualities that some women seek in a partner.
Girls think of as handsome
I acknowledge that physical attraction is a desirable trait for many women.
To her heart I'll carry the key
I intend to hold the key to this person's heart and be the one she chooses to love.
Won't you tell her please to put on some speed
I am requesting help in encouraging this person to move more quickly towards a relationship with me.
Follow my lead, oh, how I need
I require this person to follow my lead in building a relationship together.
Someone to watch over me
I continue to express my desire for someone to care for and protect me as I navigate life and relationships.
Lyrics © DistroKid, Kanjian Music, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Ira Gershwin, George Gershwin
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@prajwolbaniya
There's a somebody
I'm longin' to see
I hope that he turns
Out to be
Someone to watch over me
I'm a little lamb
Who's lost in the wood
I know I could
Always be good
To one
Who'll watch over me
Although he may
Not be the man some
Girls think
Of as handsome
To my heart
He carries the key
Won't you tell him please
To put on some speed
Follow my lead
Oh, how I need
Someone to watch over me
Won't you tell him please
To put on some speed
Follow my lead
Oh, how I need
Someone to watch over me
Someone to watch over me
@GeorgetteBu
I watched my parents demonstrate love when they danced to songs like this. My Mom is now 101 years old and still at home with me. I'm watching over her since Dad is no longer here, but I am doing this with God watching over both of us. She watched over me all my life. Now it's my turn.
@sumetrashivashankar1078
Oh God Bless You 🙏 ....
@suzilindblad5207
This has always been my parents song, they've been happily married for 54 years. Right now my Mom is watching over my Dad day and night as he has been battling cancer and is nearing the end.
Very soon he will be watching over her~♡~
@edward6sheridan967
Good luck my man
@Thankful_n_Grateful
How's your mom?
How are you?
@MrTonyhowes
Thats so beautiful..
@paolacremona9328
Mi dispiace.......
@isabellarenaid4463
I’m praying for your Mom,Dad & you. God is watching over you all
@andrecartier8126
My wonderful loving wife always used to tell me ' your the only man I ever want to watch over me. I lost her in " 03 " God got an Angel.........
@georgebreidenthal725
It would've been great if he had stayed faithful to Nancy, but I guess that's too much to ask.