Let Me Love You
Buddy Guy and Jeff Beck 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.
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Written by: Willie Dixon
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PINEY BLUZ ๐บ๐ธ Original Acoustic Music
The Salute Beck gives to Buddy Guy here is so sincere. Becks band lays down the most solid Beat ๐RIP Jeff Beckโค๏ธ๐บ๐ธ
Wagmore Barkless
I love the shots of Buddy with Tal right behind him laying down a solid shuffle line - old & young; black&white - ย Its all good and its all killer blues. ย Also Beck & Guy - two greats that dare to play outside the box and make it sound amazing!
Snodgrass Gerald
Wagmore Barkless sheโs great ainโt she?
Snodgrass Gerald
Wagmore Barkless Tal,,,,, almost as good as Bruce........ saying something.
xerxes106
Even Jeff Beck is in awe of Buddy Guy
Sirios Star
My all time favorite blues voice .
it looked like Jeff and Tall weren't expecting him to launch into the song so quickly .
redhead5150
Two legends!!!! Love them both for what they have done with the guitar.
mrstrat222
Jeff Beck...what class! totally giving props to Buddy Guy!! and of course Beck is still the man on guitar!!!
Nina Lisa
What a loss. Rest in peace Jeff. Thank you so much for your music, and being one of the bests. Condolences to his family and friends.
Sirios Star
i'm not easily upset when people die but hearing about Jeff's demise seriously shocked me .
All the best to those that were closest to him . ๐