Baby I Love You
B.B. King & Bonnie Raitt Lyrics
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If you really do
Don't be afraid, baby
Just ask and ooh, I'm gonna give it to you
Though I do declare, I want to see you with it
Stretch out your arms little boy
You're gonna get it
Baby, baby, baby I love you
Ain't no doubt about , I love you
Baby, baby, baby I love you
I love you, I love you, Baby I love you
Some day, you might wanna run away
Leave me sitting here, crying
But if it's all the same to you baby
I'm gonna stop you from saying goodbye
Because I love you, baby I love you, I love you
I love you baby
Some day you might wanna run away
Leave me here, sitting and crying
But if it's all the same to you baby
I'm gonna stop you from saying goodbye
Baby I love you, baby I need you, gotta have you baby, tell you darling
Don't let your neighbors tell you that I don't want you
Don't let your low down friends tell you I don't need you
Ooh, baby I love you. I got to have you
Baby, baby I love you
The lyrics to B.B. King's song Baby I Love You express a deep and unwavering affection for the subject of the song. The first verse highlights the singer's willingness to give their love freely to the object of their affection, with the plea to not be afraid to ask for it. The lyrics also indicate that the singer wants to see the recipient embrace their love with open arms, expressing a desire for reciprocation.
The second verse expresses a fear of abandonment, and a desire to prevent the recipient from leaving. The lyrics suggest that the singer's love is so strong that they will not let the recipient walk away without a fight. The final section reinforces the singer's devotion, emphasizing that they need the recipient and that their love is genuine, despite any negative opinions from others.
Overall, the song portrays a deep and committed love, with the singer willing to give all they have to keep the object of their affection close. The lyrics express both vulnerability and strength, showcasing the complexity of love and its ability to impact our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
If you want my love, baby
If you truly desire my affection
If you really do
If you honestly feel that way
Don't be afraid, baby
There's nothing to fear, my dear
Just ask and ooh, I'm gonna give it to you
Simply request it, and I will provide my love to you
Though I do declare, I want to see you with it
I must confess, I wish to watch you enjoy my love
Stretch out your arms little boy
Open your arms wider, my love
You're gonna get it
You shall receive it
'Cause I love you
Because I am deeply in love with you
Baby, baby, baby I love you
You are my one and only love, dear
Ain't no doubt about, I love you
There's no question that I adore you
Some day, you might wanna run away
At some point, you may wish to leave
Leave me sitting here, crying
Abandon me here, while I weep
But if it's all the same to you baby
But if you don't mind, darling
I'm gonna stop you from saying goodbye
I'll prevent you from bidding farewell
Baby I love you, baby I need you, gotta have you baby, tell you darling
I love you deeply, I need you, I must have you, my sweet love
Don't let your neighbors tell you that I don't want you
Pay no mind to what your neighbors say, I do want you
Don't let your low down friends tell you I don't need you
Disregard any negative comments from your ill-mannered friends, I do need you
Ooh, baby I love you
Oh, my dear, I am so in love with you
I got to have you
I absolutely must have you in my life
Baby, baby I love you
Darling, I love you dearly
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, SPRINGTIME MUSIC INC
Written by: Aretha Franklin, Ronnie Shannon
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@papaldanondo
Bonnie ...
If you want my love, baby
If you really do
Don't be afraid, baby
Just ask and ooh, I'm gonna give it to you.
Though I do declare, I want to see you with it
Stretch out your arms little boy
You're gonna get it
'Cause I love you
Baby, baby, baby I love you
Ain't no doubt about , I love you
Baby, baby, baby I love you
I love you, I love you, Baby I love you.
B.B. King ...
Some day, you might wanna run away
Leave me sitting here, crying
But if it's all the same to you baby
I'm gonna stop you from saying goodbye
Because I love you, baby I love you, I love you
I love you baby.
Some day you might wanna run away
Leave me here, sitting and crying ...
Bonnie ... B.B. King.
But if it's all the same to you baby
I'm gonna stop you from saying goodbye
Baby I love you, baby I need you, gotta have you baby, tell you darling
Don't let your neighbors tell you that I don't want you
Don't let your low down friends tell you I don't need you
Ooh, baby I love you. I got to have you
Baby, baby I love you.
@Maxum97SeaDoo91
Great Song by 2 Great Blues Artists. Love it !
@carolynmccloskey7314
RIP BB. Bonnie, your eulogy so truly expresses the feelings of so many of us. Thankfully, we have you to continue to be true to the blues.
@erikingmundson
Great duet by two legends.
@josuecordero9
RIP BB King you always make us feel the blues
@katiezee2
Exellent job on the photo montage. Great song & great performance, and who doesn't love Bonnie!
@Maxum97SeaDoo91
Such a great song with 2 great artists ... !
@josephnorato5809
Excellent song on an excellent CD!
@chadmcgarry9571
Good Lord, what a duo!
@catman916
You can't go wrong with this combination, B.
@nickharris9761
Wow Bonnie Raitt owns this !