I Like
BB King and Bobby Bland Lyrics
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It reflects what I feel
If I say I love you, I mean it
`Cause in my song
Every line is for real
Every man or woman
Enjoys going home
To give love and receive love
Without any complications
Whether my tune is short or long
Whether my lyrics are weak or strong
I like to live the love
That I sing about in my song
I like to live the love
That I sing about in my song
Music is love
And my love is music
In perfect harmony
So when I sing
I have sung all about
The love of you and me
I never got angry with my guitar
`Cause when I strike a chord
It gives me what I wanna hear
So I'm finding out that
We are quite like my song together, my dear
Outside answers
Should always be forbidden
Problems should be solved
And never hidden
I like to live the love
That I sing about in my song
I like to live the love
That I sing about in my song
The lyrics to "I Like to Live the Love" by BB King and Bobby Bland show a deep appreciation for the power of love and music. The singer emphasizes the authenticity of their expressions of love, stating that every line of their song is "for real." The sentimentality of the song is further expressed in the lines "Music is love, and my love is music, in perfect harmony," suggesting that the two are interconnected and equally important in the singer's life.
The lyrics also touch on the idea that love is a fundamental human desire, and that a peaceful, loving home is what most people seek. By emphasizing the importance of "give[ing] love and receiv[ing] love without any complications," the singer hints at the potential difficulties that can arise in relationships but ultimately suggests that love is worth pursuing and cherishing.
The final stanza of the song touches on the theme of communication and problem-solving in relationships. The singer states that outside answers should be forbidden, and that problems should be solved and never hidden. This message of open and honest communication emphasizes the importance of trust and vulnerability in relationships, and further emphasizes the importance of the love that the singer sings about in their song.
Line by Line Meaning
My song is a serious matter
Writing and singing songs is something that I take very seriously
It reflects what I feel
The lyrics of my songs are a direct reflection of my emotions
If I say I love you, I mean it
When I express love in my songs, it's sincere and genuine
'Cause in my song
Because every line of my songs is authentic and honest
Every line is for real
I only write lyrics that are true and significant to my personal experiences
Every man or woman
Everyone, regardless of gender, enjoys having a place to call home
Enjoys going home
People like the comforting feeling of returning to a familiar place
To a peaceful situation
Home should be a calm and tranquil environment
To give love and receive love
Being able to express love and have it reciprocated is important to human connection
Without any complications
Love should be effortless and not overly complex
Whether my tune is short or long
The length of my songs doesn't matter in terms of the message it conveys
Whether my lyrics are weak or strong
The quality of my songwriting doesn't subtract from the importance of its content
I like to live the love
My ultimate desire is to experience the love that I sing and write about
That I sing about in my song
The love I describe in my songs holds great relevance to my personal life
Music is love
In my mind, music is synonymous with love
And my love is music
My passion for music is an extension of my capacity for love
In perfect harmony
My love for music and my expression of it go hand in hand
So when I sing
When I perform my songs
I have sung all about
The lyrics of my songs encompass
The love of you and me
The love between the singer and the listener
I never got angry with my guitar
I'm not hostile towards my musical instrument
'Cause when I strike a chord
Playing the guitar is a cathartic experience for me
It gives me what I wanna hear
Music helps me to express my emotions in a way I find fulfilling
So I'm finding out that
I'm realizing that
We are quite like my song together, my dear
Our relationship and love for each other is similar to the themes of my songs
Outside answers
Seeking solutions or answers outside of oneself
Should always be forbidden
It's important to find answers within oneself rather than relying on external sources
Problems should be solved
Issues should be addressed and remedied
And never hidden
There's no value in concealing issues or emotions
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CHARLES M. MANN, DAVID BERNARD CRAWFORD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@noblefields2419
They are the greatest. I will never forget them. I am 87 years young.
@jamiehsmart02
Hello friend how are you doing today
@delfinadasilva9895
Lovely❤🎉😂💃
@drehunter593
Stay young✌️
@jonijacques2453
When I was a kid and blues would be playing in the house I would tell my mom I didn't like it. She told me "You will, you haven't lived long enough." She was dead right!!!! I can listen all day sometimes and never miss a blues fest. Two of my favorites!
@HellcatMad
your Mother told you right. You understand a lot better the older you get. took 52 yrs for me to dig it.
@barnardstance7507
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@64tango32
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@kevinscott3271
I said that exact same thing to my Mom when I was 8 yrs old.. Now I understand it too damn good.
@chrisclaridge65
Love your mom !