Guy is known for his showmanship; for example, he plays with drumsticks and walks into the audience whilst playing, the latter being a gimmick he picked up from a local blues guitarist at an early age (joining or leaping into the audience has also long been common in both American popular and gospel music, as in the earlier work of Big Jay McNeely or the Dixie Hummingbirds).
Guy grew up in Louisiana where he learned to play guitar. In the early 1950s he began performing with bands in Baton Rouge. Soon after moving to Chicago in 1957, Guy fell under the influence of "Mighty" Muddy Waters. In 1958 he won a record contract with Artistic Records after beating the West Side guitarists Magic Sam and Otis Rush in a "Head Cutting Contest" at the Blue Flame Club. Soon afterwards he recorded for the Cobra label.
In the early 1960s, Guy was a session guitarist for Chess Records. He recorded on Junior Wells sessions for Delmark Records under the pseudonym Friendly Chap in 1965 and 1966. His career took off during a blues revival period in the late 1980s and early 1990s, and was sparked by Eric Clapton's request that Guy be part of the '24 nights' all-star blues guitar lineup at London's Royal Albert Hall and Guy's subsequent signing with Silvertone Records.
Let Me Love You Baby
Buddy Guy Lyrics
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Well now, ooh wee baby, you know I declare, you sure look fine
Well, a girl like you a make a many man change his mind
Now baby, when you walk you know you shake like a willow tree
Now baby, when you walk you know you shake like a willow tree
Well, a girl like you would love to make a fool of me
Whoa, let me love you baby, yes, let me love you baby
Let me love you baby 'til your good love drives me crazy
I give it all I own just for a little bit of your love
I give it all I own just for a little bit of your love
Since I met you baby, that's all I've been livin' for
Let me love you baby, let me love you baby
Mmm
Make it good to me, baby
Whoa
The lyrics of Buddy Guy's song Let Me Love You Baby speak to the intense desire and attraction between the singer and the woman he is addressing. He remarks on her physical appearance, saying that she looks "fine" and that a woman like her could "make a many man change his mind." He is clearly enamored with her, even as he admits that she could be playing him for a fool. He wants to love her, to have her love him, and to experience the kind of passion and madness that comes with total commitment.
Throughout the song, Buddy Guy uses vivid imagery to describe the woman and his feelings for her. He compares her movements to those of a willow tree, emphasizing the graceful way she carries herself. He also expresses his willingness to give up everything he has just to be with her, and suggests that his life has been devoted to finding someone like her. Overall, the song is a heartfelt declaration of love and desire, with a sense of urgency and excitement that underscores the intensity of the singer's emotions.
Line by Line Meaning
Well now, ooh wee baby, you know I declare, you sure look fine
You look really good and attractive, and I can't help but express my admiration for you.
Well, a girl like you a make a many man change his mind
Your charm and beauty can easily make many men reconsider their thoughts and feelings.
Now baby, when you walk you know you shake like a willow tree
You have a really captivating way of moving that reminds me of a willow tree swaying in the wind.
Well, a girl like you would love to make a fool of me
You seem like the kind of person who enjoys playing games with people, and I don't want to fall victim to your tricks.
Let me love you baby, let me love you baby
I really want to be with you and have a romantic relationship.
Let me love you baby 'til your good love drives me crazy
I want to love you so much that it makes me go crazy with passion and desire.
I give it all I own just for a little bit of your love
I am so devoted to you that I would give up everything I have just to be with you and experience your love.
Since I met you baby, that's all I've been livin' for
Ever since I met you, my sole purpose and focus in life is being with you and having your love.
Mmm
An expression of desire and longing for the person being addressed.
Make it good to me, baby
Please give me the affection and love that I crave and deserve, my love.
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing, BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Willie Dixon
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