somebody to love
Cafe Society Lyrics


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When the truth is found to be lies
and all the joys within you dies
don't you want somebody to love
don't you need somebody to love
wouldn't you love somebody to love
you better find somebody to love

When the garden flowers baby are dead yes
and your mind is full of red
don't you want somebody to love
don't you need somebody to love
wouldn't you love somebody to love
you better find somebody to love

your eyes, I say your eyes may look like his
but in your head baby I'm afraid you don't know where it is
don't you want somebody to love
don't you need somebody to love
wouldn't you love somebody to love
you better find somebody to love

tears are running ah running down your breast
and your friends baby they treat you like a guest
don't you want somebody to love
don't you need somebody to love




wouldn't you love somebody to love
you better find somebody to love

Overall Meaning

The song "Somebody to Love" by Cafe Society revolves around the themes of loneliness, the search for love, and the loss of truth and joy. The song suggests that when a person feels lost, depressed, and disconnected from their surroundings, they look for someone who can love and care for them. The lyrics convey a somber tone and express a sense of desperation for finding love, as it can impact a person's well-being.


The first stanza of the song highlights the struggles that a person undergoes when they realize that the truth they believed in was nothing but lies. This realization can make them feel alone, and their joys and happiness may wither away. In such a situation, the need for finding love becomes crucial to overcome the pain and heartache.


The second stanza talks about the pain of losing someone they loved, and the emptiness that engulfs them. The use of the imagery of the garden flowers dying is symbolic of the death of romance in one's life. The mind is full of red, implying that the person is angry and frustrated. The lyrics encourage them to look for someone who can provide them with love and support to help them through their dark times.


The third stanza suggests that even though one may find someone who looks similar to the person they loved before, it does not necessarily mean that they are the same. The person may look alike, but they may not understand what the person is going through or what they need. This is where the need for understanding and empathy comes in, urging people to look for someone who can care for them emotionally.


The final stanza addresses the feeling of being ignored by friends and being isolated. At this point, the person longs for somebody to love, care for them, and hold them. They need someone who will accept them as they are, support them through their struggles, and help them heal from their pain.


Line by Line Meaning

When the truth is found to be lies
When you discover that the truth you believed in was actually a lie


and all the joys within you dies
And the happiness within you fades away


don't you want somebody to love
Don't you crave love and affection from someone


don't you need somebody to love
Aren't you longing for someone to love and care for you


wouldn't you love somebody to love
Don't you desire to be with someone who truly loves you


you better find somebody to love
It's important to seek out someone who will love and support you


When the garden flowers baby are dead yes
When the beauty and purity of your life fade away


and your mind is full of red
And your thoughts are consumed by negativity, anger, and pain


your eyes, I say your eyes may look like his
Your physical appearance may resemble someone else's


but in your head baby I'm afraid you don't know where it is
But deep down, you may be lost and confused about your own identity and purpose


tears are running ah running down your breast
You're experiencing profound sadness and grief


and your friends baby they treat you like a guest
Even your closest friends may not fully understand or empathize with your struggles


you better find somebody to love
It's essential to find someone who will be there for you during your most difficult times




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@reyvazquez9211

QUE ROLONONONÓN!!!!! OMG!!!! NOMAS ESCUCHO MIS ROLAS DE LOS 80´s Y ME TRANSPORTO AL BENDITO PASADO, A LA EPOCA DE MI SECUNDARIA 1981-1984 DONDE ESCUCHABAMOS ESTAS ROLAS Y LAS BAILABAMOS Y GOZABAMOS SANAMENTE, ....QUE HAGAN MAS MUSICA ASÍ POR FAVOR!!!!! UN ABRAZO A TODOS LOS QUE LEAN ESTO, ....SALUDOS! REY

@jesusocampo3236

OMG!!!!!
I was looking for this hit for so long!!!!!
Happy memories
Best wishes for everyone 🌹❤️😎

@kswvradioshockwave1111

Me too! But I didnt know who the artist was .... so I tried typing in Trans x dont you want somebody to love and Viola!! Here it is is!!! Finally! Thank you to the poster for uploading. :) Doing happy dance.

@arturojuarez3651

Café society...... uuufffff....... inigualable, jamás olvidaré cuántas noches bailando en la Discotec y en las fiestas Ochenteras, el mejor ambiente, la mejor época Ochentasssss....!!!!

@KevinHernandez-ui3md

Que pedazo de música los 80 la mejor época oros de verdad ❤

@tokkie1966

nothing better than the 80s

@johannesdewet8091

Cafe Society rules - what a underated band. The best of South Africa in the 80's

@colleensmith723

With you!!!brilliant!! Proudly SA living in Scotland 👍

@stoltmain123

hillbrow yeah... jo,burg

@nayeresfandiari520

Glad to hear Africa was groovin' to Cafe Society in the 80s. 🎶 👍🎶 💪🎶 👌🎶

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