To Love Somebody
Bee Gees Lyrics


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There's a light
A certain kind of light
That never shone on me
I want my life to be lived with you
Lived with you
There's a way everybody say
To do each and every little thing
But what does it bring
If I ain't got you, ain't got?

You don't know what it's like, baby
You don't know what it's like

To love somebody
To love somebody
The way I love you

In my brain
I see your face again
I know my frame of mind
You ain't got to be so blind
And I'm blind, so, so, so blind
I'm a man
Can't you see what I am?
I live and I breathe for you
But what good does it do
If I ain't got you, ain't got? Baby

You don't know what it's like, baby
You don't know what it's like

To love somebody
To love somebody
The way I love you, oh no, no

You don't know what it's like, baby
You don't know what it's like

To love somebody
To love somebody
The way I love you

You don't know what it's like, baby




You don't know what it's like
To love somebody

Overall Meaning

The Bee Gees’ classic “To Love Somebody” is a song about unrequited love, longing, and the depth of feelings that come with loving someone. The opening lines speak of a light that has never shone on the singer before – an allusion to the feelings of love he has been overcome by. He goes on to express his desire to live his entire life with the object of his affection, showcasing the intensity of the feeling he has for them. The second verse then touches on the frustration and helplessness that comes with loving someone who doesn’t reciprocate your feelings, with the singer expressing his desire to be seen and understood for who he really is.


The chorus then serves to highlight the song’s central theme, to “love somebody” with every fiber of your being, to feel that kind of intensity and vulnerability that comes with giving someone your heart. It’s a feeling that is hard to describe, one that is unique to each individual, and only truly understood by those who have experienced it. In the end, the song is a powerful testament to the power of love, its ability to bring us to our knees, and yet also its incredible ability to inspire, uplift, and fill us with hope.


Line by Line Meaning

There's a light
There is a form of happiness, a unique joy that I have never experienced before


A certain kind of light
It is a light that only few have seen, a feeling that is rare and exceptional


That never shone on me
I have never been fortunate enough to find this light or to experience this feeling of pure happiness


I want my life to be lived with you
My life is incomplete without you, and I truly desire to share every moment of it with you


Lived with you
To be with you is to experience true joy and fulfillment, and it is the only way I want to live my life


There's a way everybody say
People have their own opinions on how we should live our lives and how we should love one another


To do each and every little thing
They suggest that we adhere to certain guidelines and rules in order to maintain a healthy and prosperous relationship


But what does it bring
But what good is there in following these guidelines if it doesn't lead me to you, the one I truly love?


If I ain't got you, ain't got?
What's the point of following these rules if I can't have you? You are the only one I truly care about


You don't know what it's like, baby
You can't possibly understand the depth of my emotions and the intensity of my love for you, my dear


To love somebody
To truly care about someone and to give them your all, to feel what they feel and to make them feel loved and cherished


To love somebody
To care about someone so much that it consumes your every thought and every action, and to be willing to do anything for them


The way I love you
My love for you is one of a kind, pure and intense, and it's something that I have never felt before


In my brain
Inside my thoughts and imagination


I see your face again
I keep picturing your face and thinking about you, my dear


I know my frame of mind
I understand that I am consumed by thoughts of you, and that's just the way it is


You ain't got to be so blind
You don't have to ignore my feelings and act as though they are not real


And I'm blind, so, so, so blind
I am blinded by my love for you, and I can't help but act and feel the way I do


I'm a man
I am just a human being, a person with emotions and feelings, who loves and cares deeply


Can't you see what I am?
Why can't you see me for who I am, someone who cares about you deeply and desires your love in return?


I live and I breathe for you
You are my everything and my reason for living, my dear, and I would do anything for you


But what good does it do
But what is the point of living if I can't be with you, if I can't share my life with you?


If I ain't got you, ain't got?
What's the point of living if I can't have you, my dear? You are the only one that truly matters to me




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network
Written by: Robin Hugh Gibb, Barry Alan Gibb

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Most interesting comments from YouTube:

@dragutintandaric9517

I'm a man
Can't you see what I am?
I live and I breathe for you
But what good does it do
If ain't got you?
ain't got
Baby, you don't know what is like
Baby, you don't know what is like
To love somebody, to love somebody
The way I love you

Best song ever

I like olso Jimmy Somerville perform in a reggae version ...

These are timeless song played at the wedding ceremony of my daughter Rebecca and her fiance Ivan.
Thank group * SUGAR CUBES* as they played my favorite hymn forever.
Just this.
Although I can not believe that 189 human beings do not like this masterpiece of music.
It's a song forever!!!!!
Greetings from Zagreb -Croatia



@dunhillan8360

There's a light
A certain kind of light
That never shone on me
I want my life to be lived with you
Lived with you
There's a way everybody say
To do each and every little thing
But what does it bring
If I ain't got you, ain't got ?
You don't know what it's like, baby
You don't know what it's like


To love somebody
To love somebody
To love somebody
The way I love you


In my brain
I see your face again
I know my frame of mind
You ain't got to be so blind
And I'm blind, so very blind
I'm a man, can't you see
What I am
I live and breathe for you
But what good does it do
If I ain't got you, ain't got?



All comments from YouTube:

@bisnesjaya55

First listen this song when I was 15 yo... Now I'm 68...still enjoying BG song... When I make a long road trip, I will play BG song along... now my kids all love n appreciate BG songs...

@lizjulio4029

respect you have made me smile

@corinne661

I loved the Brothers Gibb in the 70s, and I adore them now. MG, when I sing the chorus along with them it brings tears to my eyes. It's simply beautiful. And... I never had that love. 😢
(February 12, 2024)

@elizabethchristensen284

One of my sisters (I have 9) loved the Bee Gees. She is my favorite sister. Her husband recently passed away and music has been her comfort. Hurts my heart to see her cry.

@simunstarcevic2353

I am from Croatia. when I was little, I often went with my dad on various sports trips and this song was always playing in the car and he sang it at the top of his lungs, regardless of the fact that he was not a good singer. last year, after more than 25 years, my dad and I sang and cried together to this song as I held his hand while he was dying of cancer. when I hear this song, tears start every time and always will.

@catherinebutcher3562

I was just I a major shopping centre and heard this play. I can’t believe how timeless this song is.
I’m no spring chicken, but can’t believe that three brothers from Redcliffe (I go there for my fish and chips!) could put together such timeless lyrics and harmonies. Thank you!❤

@debbielarson9524

My son passed 2-2-22. He was a good strong man that has always made me proud. He helped numerous people in his short 38yrs of life. He will be greatly missed. RIP MY SON

@bettinahansen7630

I'm sorry for your loss, debbie😢

@user-xp3ku8zb2h

Lost my sweetheart to the evil cancer January last year … used to sing this to her while she was waiting. I still sing it to her

@genymarteletto4303

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