He first became famous as a house singer on the television series Shindig! from 1964 to 1966. For several years, he tried to record singles and break out into the music industry, but he did not have much luck until he earned a role as a bashful, stammering logger on the television series Here Come the Brides.
In 1969, his first gold single, "Little Woman", became popular, peaking at #3 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and spending nine weeks in the top 20, effectively cementing his status as a performer popular with teenage girls. His other hits were "Julie (Do Ya Love Me)", "Easy Come, Easy Go", "Jennifer" , "La La La" and "The Drum" (written by Alan O'Day).
In 1971, after a high-rated appearance on The Partridge Family, he was given his own show on ABC, called Getting Together. The show was up against All in the Family on Saturday nights and due to the tough competition, the show was canceled after just thirteen episodes. However, both the television series and the hit theme song of the same name landed a number of cover stories on teenage magazines such as Tiger Beat.
In 1972, his first son was born, with another son following in 1974. Sherman guest-starred in several episodes of the Jack Webb series, Emergency!, and found a new calling. It was at this time that Sherman focused more on his personal life, eventually leaving the public spotlight. He soon volunteered with the Los Angeles Police Department, focusing on paramedic, CPR, and first aid classes. He is also a full-fledged San Bernardino County sheriff. According to Sherman, "I've been bestowed a mountain of blessings. I felt a need to start giving back." The entertainer has been given several awards for his humanitarian efforts.
Cried Like a Baby
Bobby Sherman Lyrics
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Anything money could buy
I go first class and I'll live like a king till I die
I surround myself with treasure and devote each day to pleasure
Until late at night this king begins to cry
And I have cried like a baby in the darkness of my room
Nobody there to hold my tremblin' hand
With nobody there to love or understand
In the comfort of my castle I have lived my life in style
Let the troubled world just up and pass me by
I surround myself with treasure and I fill each day with pleasure
Until late at night this king begins to cry
And I have cried like a baby in the darkness of my room
Nobody there to hold my tremblin' hand
And I cried like a baby in the darkness of my room
With nobody there to love or understand
In the hollow of an empire
I become a warrior king
Hunting golden deals and million dollar schemes
When our fate has been decided
And my soul's been subdivided
I will cry alone for half forgotten dreams
And I have cried like a baby in the darkness of my room
Nobody there to hold my tremblin' hand
And I cried like a baby in the darkness of my room
With nobody there to love or understand
Cried like a baby in the darkness of my room
Nobody there to hold my tremblin' hand
And I cried like a baby in the darkness of my room
With nobody there to love or understand me
The song "Cried Like a Baby" by Bobby Sherman tells the story of a wealthy man who lives a life of luxury, surrounded by material possessions and pleasure. Although he appears to have everything he could want, there is a deep sadness inside him that he cannot escape. In the darkness of his room, he cries like a baby, longing for someone to hold his trembling hand and to love and understand him.
The lyrics reveal the emptiness of a life lived solely for wealth and pleasure. Despite all of his riches and successes, the singer is left feeling alone and misunderstood. The use of the metaphor of a king highlights the loneliness and isolation he experiences, despite being surrounded by abundance. The repetition of the phrase "nobody there to love or understand" emphasizes how alone he truly is.
The final verse adds an interesting twist to the story, suggesting that the pursuit of wealth and power has left the singer alienated from his own soul. The half-forgotten dreams he cries for in the darkness of his room suggest that he has lost touch with what truly matters in life.
Overall, "Cried Like a Baby" is a poignant reflection on the emptiness of a life lived without connection to others and to oneself.
Line by Line Meaning
Always had the best of everything
I have been able to afford anything I wanted in my life
Anything money could buy
My wealth has allowed me to purchase anything I desire
I go first class and I'll live like a king till I die
I live a luxurious lifestyle and plan to continue to do so until I die
I surround myself with treasure and devote each day to pleasure
I am constantly indulging in my wealth and luxuries
Until late at night this king begins to cry
Despite all of my wealth and luxuries, I still feel an emptiness inside
And I have cried like a baby in the darkness of my room
I have experienced moments of sadness and despair when no one else is around
Nobody there to hold my tremblin' hand
I have no one to comfort me during these moments of sadness
With nobody there to love or understand
No one understands the emptiness I feel and how much emotional pain I am in
In the comfort of my castle I have lived my life in style
My wealth has allowed me to live in a comfortable and lavish lifestyle
Let the troubled world just up and pass me by
I have chosen to ignore the problems and issues of the world because they do not affect me
In the hollow of an empire
I have built a financial empire
I become a warrior king
I am a successful businessman who is always looking for new deals to make more money
Hunting golden deals and million dollar schemes
I am always looking for ways to increase my wealth and make more money
When our fate has been decided
When the future has been decided for me
And my soul's been subdivided
And I realize that my soul has been fragmented and unfulfilled
I will cry alone for half forgotten dreams
I will be crying alone because my unfulfilled dreams and desires will have caught up to me
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CRAIG DOERGE, PAUL H. WILLIAMS
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