The band personnel were drummer Jerry Allison, bassist Joe B. Mauldin, and rhythm guitarist Niki Sullivan. Sullivan dropped out within less than two years of touring and recording. He wasn't comfortable with the amount of traveling and to a lesser extent, he didn't fit in with Jerry and Joe. For the same reason, Jerry and Joe were not backing Holly after he moved to NYC. The big move was the real reason why the Crickets broke up, but Holly was not daunted by the breakup; he gained a new back-up band with Tommy Allsup and Waylon Jennings on the tour shortly after the Crickets folded. But after about 4 months, due to fans' mail and the band feeling nostalgic, a reunion was planned to start with all the original Crickets after Holly's winter tour through the northern mid-west was completed. It was on that tour that Holly was killed in a plane crash.
I'm Looking For Someone To Love
Buddy Holly & The Crickets Lyrics
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Just won't get it 'cause you say we're through an'
I'm lookin' for someone to love
I'm lookin' for someone to love
Well if you're not here
My baby I don't care
Because I'm lookin' for someone to love
Playin' the field all day long
Since I found out that I was wronged now
I'm lookin' for someone to love
I'm lookin' for someone to love
Well if you're not here
My baby I don't care
Because I'm lookin' for someone to love
Drunk man, street car
Foot slipped there you are now
I'm lookin' for someone to love
I'm lookin' for someone to love
Well if you're not here
My baby I don't care
Because I'm lookin' for someone to love
Caught myself, thinkin' of you
You can't love me and an other one too
Well I'm lookin' for someone to love
I'm lookin' for someone to love
Well if you're not here
My baby I don't care
Because I'm lookin' for someone to love
The song I'm Looking for Someone to Love by Buddy Holly tells the story of a man who has been left by his lover, and is now searching for someone new to love. He spends his days "playing the field" and trying to find love, but it is clear that he is still hung up on his ex, often caught thinking of her. The lyrics paint a picture of a man who is lost and unsure of what to do, searching for love in all the wrong places.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "I'm lookin' for someone to love" several times, emphasizing the man's desperation and longing for companionship. However, it is also clear that he is not willing to settle for just anyone - he wants someone special who he can truly love.
Overall, the song is a reflection of the universal human desire for love and companionship, and the difficulties that can arise when trying to find it. The lyrics capture the feeling of being lost and alone, as well as the hopefulness that comes with the possibility of finding someone new to love.
Line by Line Meaning
Stayin' at home, waitin' for you
Sitting at home while waiting for you to come back is not enough because you have informed me that our relationship is over.
Just won't get it 'cause you say we're through an'
My insistence on waiting for you will not make things better because you have already broken up with me.
I'm lookin' for someone to love
I am currently searching for a new person to fill the void left by our breakup.
Well if you're not here
If you are not present or available to be with me.
My baby I don't care
I am not too worried or upset about your absence or departure.
Because I'm lookin' for someone to love
My focus and energy is currently directed towards finding a new love interest.
Playin' the field all day long
I have been spending my time exploring my options and seeking out new prospects.
Since I found out that I was wronged now
Since I discovered that you have done me wrong and our relationship is over.
Drunk man, street car
An unfortunate event occurring while in a drunken state and resulted in a streetcar accident.
Foot slipped there you are now
A chance encounter where you appeared unexpectedly after my foot slipped and caused me to bump into you.
Caught myself, thinkin' of you
Realizing I have been thinking about you despite our breakup.
You can't love me and an other one too
It is impossible for you to be in love with me and someone else at the same time.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Buddy Holly, Norman Petty
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Darryl C Preston
This was a definite B side in its own time. It's now considered a classic with Buddy's great guitar breaks and misdirected imagery carrying the day, especially in England.
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Ryan Bruhson
My favorite b side of all time