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Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood
Animals Lyrics
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Sometimes I get a little mad
Don't you know, no one alive can always be an angel
When things go wrong, I seem to go bad
I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
With a joy that's hard to hide
Yeah, and other times it seems that
All I ever have is worry
And then you're bound to see my other side
Oh, I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
Well If I get edgy, I want you to know
I never mean to take it out on you
Life has its problems, I get more than my share
But there's one thing that I would never do
Oh, I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
Well If I get edgy, I want you to know
I never mean to take it out on you
Life has its problems, I get more than my share
But there's one thing that I would never do
'Cause I love you
Oh
Oh, now don't you know I'm human
I got my faults just like anyone
And sometimes I lie awake, alone, regretting
Some foolish thing, some sinful thing I've done
I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
I said, I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
Oh, I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
The song "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood" is a plea for understanding and acceptance from the people around the singer. The opening lines, "Baby, can you understand me now? Sometimes I get a little mad. Don't you know, no one alive can always be an angel. When things go wrong, I seem to go bad" set the tone for the song, emphasizing the fact that the singer is not perfect and has faults just like anyone else. The line "Don't you know no one alive can always be an angel" highlights the human aspect of the singer and serves as a reminder that we all make mistakes that we regret later.
The singer then goes on to say "I'm just a soul whose intentions are good. Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood." This line conveys the fact that despite their flaws and mistakes, their intentions are always good, and they hope that people can see past their shortcomings and understand them for who they are. They are begging for people not to misunderstand them, to not judge them based on their past errors, and to have a little empathy towards their situation.
Towards the end of the song, the singer admits to their mistakes and regrets but reiterates that they are just a human being with faults just like anyone else. They plead with the listeners to understand them and to see the good intentions behind their actions.
Overall, the song is a powerful message about understanding, forgiveness, and empathy. It is a reminder that we all make mistakes, we all have regrets, but ultimately we are just human beings trying to do our best.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby, can you understand me now?
I'm questioning whether you truly comprehend my emotions and behavior.
Sometimes I get a little mad
Occasionally, I become annoyed or frustrated.
Don't you know, no one alive can always be an angel
It's impossible for any human being to always be perfect and without flaws.
When things go wrong, I seem to go bad
If a situation doesn't go as planned, I may react poorly.
I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Deep down, I mean well and have positive intentions towards others.
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
I hope that my actions aren't misconstrued or misread by others.
Yeah, baby, sometimes I'm so carefree
Every now and then, I'm joyful and without worry.
With a joy that's hard to hide
I'm elated and it's evident on my face and through my behavior.
Yeah, and other times it seems that
On the other hand, there are moments when it appears that
All I ever have is worry
Frequently, I'm stressed or anxious.
And then you're bound to see my other side
When I'm worried or concerned, I may exhibit a different personality or traits.
Well If I get edgy, I want you to know
If I become on edge or irritable, I need you to realize
I never mean to take it out on you
My frustration or stress is not directed towards you.
Life has its problems, I get more than my share
Life can be challenging, and I experience a lot of obstacles.
But there's one thing that I would never do
Despite my hardships, there's one action that I'm incapable of taking.
'Cause I love you
Because I care about you deeply.
Oh, now don't you know I'm human
I'm reminding you that I'm only human and have limitations.
I got my faults just like anyone
Similarly, I have negative traits or imperfections like every other person.
And sometimes I lie awake, alone, regretting
Occasionally, I dwell on my past mistakes, and it keeps me up at night.
Some foolish thing, some sinful thing I've done
My regret stems from a careless or immoral action I took.
Lyrics © WARNER CHAPPELL MUSIC FRANCE
Written by: Bennie Benjamin, Gloria Caldwell, Sol Marcus
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