You're Nobody Till Somebody Loves You
Dean Martin Lyrics
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You're nobody 'til somebody cares
You may be king, you may possess the world
And it's gold
But gold won't bring you
Happiness when you're growing old
The world still is the same
You'll never change it
As sure as the stars shine above
You're nobody 'til somebody loves you
So find yourself somebody to love
The world still is the same
You'll never change it
As sure as the stars shine above
Well, you're nobody 'til somebody loves you
So find yourself somebody to love
Dean Martin's "You're Nobody 'Til Somebody Loves You" is a poignant message about what truly makes life fulfilling. The lyrics deliver the message that even if someone possesses great accomplishments, wealth or status, they won't be truly happy until they have someone to love and who loves them back. The song suggests that true happiness cannot come from external factors such as success but from intimate human connection.
The lyrics also suggest that the world remains the same and is unchangeable, using the image of stars shining above to signify the unchanging nature of the world. The song implies that no matter how much power or influence one has, ultimately, they remain powerless in the face of the unchanging world. The only way to find true happiness is through love.
The song is a classic and has been covered by several other artists over the years. It is a testament to Dean Martin's enduring legacy as well as the timeless themes he sang about.
Line by Line Meaning
You're nobody 'til somebody loves you
Your self-worth is determined by the love someone else has for you
You're nobody 'til somebody cares
Without someone to care for you, you are insignificant
You may be king, you may possess the world
And it's gold
Having fame and fortune does not bring happiness
But gold won't bring you
Happiness when you're growing old
Material possessions do not provide long-term fulfillment
The world still is the same
You'll never change it
The world will always have its problems, and one person cannot solve them all
As sure as the stars shine above
This is an unchanging truth
You're nobody 'til somebody loves you
So find yourself somebody to love
Find someone who loves you and recognize your own self-worth through their love
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing, Reservoir Media Management, Inc., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: James Cavanaugh, Larry Stock, Russ Morgan
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