88 Fingers Louie reformed in 2009, but after some touring and the release of a live album, the band went on indefinite hiatus in 2011.
Members
Denis Buckley - Vocals (1993-1999, 2009-2011)
Mr. Dan Precision - Guitars, Vocals (1993-1999, 2009-2011)
John Contreras - Bass (2009-2011)
John Carrol - Drums, Vocals (1998-1999, 2009-2011)
Ex-Members
Dom Vallone - Drums (1993-1995)
Glenn Porter - Drums (1995-1998)
Joe Principe - Bass, Vocals (1993-1999)
Help
88 Fingers Louie Lyrics
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I need somebody
(Help!)
Not just anybody
(Help!)
You know I need someone
(Help!)
I never needed anybody's help in any way
But now these days are gone
I'm not so self assured
Now I find I've changed my mind
I've opened up the doors
Help me if you can, I'm feeling down
And I do appreciate you being 'round
Help me get my feet back on the ground
Won't you please, please help me
And now my life has changed in oh, so many ways
My independence seems to vanish in the haze
But every now and then I feel so insecure
I know that I just need you like
I've never done before
Help me if you can, I'm feeling down
And I do appreciate you being 'round
Help me get my feet back on the ground
Won't you please, please help me
When I was younger, so much younger than today
I never needed anybody's help in any way
But now these days are gone
I'm not so self assured
Now I find I've changed my mind
I've opened up the doors
Help me if you can, I'm feeling down
And I do appreciate you being 'round
Help me get my feet back on the ground
Won't you please, please help me, help me, help me, oooo
The song "Help" by 88 Fingers Louie is a cover of The Beatles' original song. The lyrics speak to feeling vulnerable and needing someone to lend a helping hand. The first verse reflects on a time in the singer's life when they were younger and felt self-sufficient, but now they realize that they can't do it all on their own. They've opened themselves up to the possibility of needing others, and the chorus is a plea for help when feeling down and insecure. The second verse reflects on how much the singer's life has changed since their youth, and how their independence now feels less stable. Overall, the song speaks to the universal experience of recognizing one's own limits and needing the support of others.
Line by Line Meaning
(Help!)
I'm calling out for help
I need somebody
I feel alone and need someone's support
(Help!)
I'm still calling out for help
Not just anybody
I need someone special and trustworthy
(Help!)
I am really desperate and need urgent help
You know I need someone
You understand my situation and know I need help
When I was younger, so much younger than today
In the past, I used to be independent and self-reliant
I never needed anybody's help in any way
I used to cope with everything on my own
But now these days are gone
Things have changed and I can't do it alone anymore
I'm not so self-assured
I am not as confident as I once was
Now I find I've changed my mind
I realize that I need help now
I've opened up the doors
I am willing to accept help from others
Help me if you can, I'm feeling down
I am asking for your help because I feel depressed
And I do appreciate you being 'round
I appreciate your presence and support
Help me get my feet back on the ground
I need help to feel grounded and stable again
Won't you please, please help me
I am begging for your assistance
And now my life has changed in oh, so many ways
My life is different now and I am struggling to adapt
My independence seems to vanish in the haze
I am losing my ability to be self-sufficient
But every now and then I feel so insecure
I have moments of doubt and fear
I know that I just need you like I've never done before
I need your help more than ever
Help me, help me, oooo
I am still pleading for your help
Writer(s): Lennon John Winston, Mccartney Paul James
Contributed by Ethan J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Meelsie143
Wish this was on Spotify so I could add it to my jogging playlist 😩
Belen Rojas
Suena cañón !!!
MarcoFSilva
very good!!!
Thanos A.
I like it more than the original version, sorry bud.
Jessica Cortinaz
Wednesday!!!!