With his backing group The Shadows, he dominated the British popular music scene in the late 1950s and early 1960s, before and during the The Beatles' first year in the charts. A conversion to Christianity and subsequent softening of his music led to his having more of a pop than rock image. Although never able to achieve the same impact in the United States as in Britain (in spite of several chart hits there), Richard has remained a popular music, film, and television personality in the UK and also retains a following in several other countries.
During the last six decades, Cliff Richard has charted many hit singles, and holds the record (along with Elvis Presley) as the only act to make the UK singles charts in all of its active decades (1950sβ2000s). According to his website, he has sold 250 million records over the course of his career. In the British charts alone, Richard has had more than 150 singles, albums and EPs make the top 20.
Some People
Cliff Richard & The Shadows Lyrics
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Take pride in themselves
Keeping the other one down
Well I'm not like that at all
Some people they hurt one another
They love to see
Hurt in the other one's eyes
Some people are born for each other
They love to walk
Holding the other one's hand
They always understand
Some people cry
Some people know why
Oh ah ah
Some people they use one another
So aimlessly
Not like lovers do
Well I'm not like that at all
Some people they long for each other
They love to walk
Holding the other one's hand
They always understand
Some people cry
Some people know why
With a word unspoken
With a voice unheard
When a thought is broken
By a tender word
When a heart is moved
When a heart is thrown
The silence tells you
You're not alone
Some people are born for each other
(some people are born for each other)
They love to walk holding the other one
(some people they long for each other)
They love to talk holding the other one
(some people are born for each other)
They love to walk holding the other one
Holding the other one
Holding each other
The lyrics of Cliff Richard's song "Some People" are focused on highlighting the different ways people treat one another. The song starts by contrasting two different types of people: those who tease and hurt others and take pleasure in seeing them struggle, and those who are kind and compassionate towards those around them. The artist clarifies that he is not like the former type of people and subscribes to the latter way of treating others.
The song then goes on to discuss the different reasons why people cry or become emotional. Some cry because they are hurt or suffering, whereas others have a deeper understanding of why they are feeling that way. The chorus reiterates that some people are born for each other - they have a special connection that allows them to walk and talk with each other while always understanding one another.
The bridge of the song uses imagery to convey how silence can speak louder than words. Unspoken words, unheard voices, and tender words can all have a profound impact on a person's heart. The song concludes with the chorus once again emphasizing that some people are just meant to be together - holding each other in a way that no one else can.
Overall, the lyrics of "Some People" seem to be emphasizing the importance of treating others with kindness and understanding. It encourages listeners to seek out those special connections with others, but to also be mindful of how they treat people along the way.
Line by Line Meaning
Some people they tease one another
There are individuals who enjoy making fun of and belittling others
Take pride in themselves
They feel good about themselves when they put someone else down
Keeping the other one down
Their enjoyment comes from keeping others beneath them
Well I'm not like that at all
The singer is not someone who takes pleasure in teasing or harming others
Some people they hurt one another
Some individuals intentionally hurt others
They love to see
It brings them joy to witness pain and hurt in another's eyes
Hurt in the other one's eyes
They enjoy seeing the suffering and misery of others
Well I'm not like that at all
Again, the singer does not condone or enjoy hurting others
Some people are born for each other
Certain individuals are meant to be together
They love to walk holding the other one's hand
These individuals enjoy being in each other's company and holding hands while they walk
They always understand
They have a deep, innate understanding of each other
Some people cry
There are individuals who cry and express their emotions
Some people know why
Others know exactly why they are crying and are in tune with their emotions
Oh ah ah
This is a vocalization without a specific meaning in this context
Some people they use one another
There are some individuals who use others for their own benefit
So aimlessly
This usage is likely meant to convey a sense of directionlessness or lack of motivation
Not like lovers do
This behavior is not in line with true love and affection
Well I'm not like that at all
The singer does not use others or take advantage of them
Some people they long for each other
Some individuals yearn to be with each other
With a word unspoken
Sometimes, meaningful communication can happen without any words at all
With a voice unheard
Words that go unsaid can still be understood and felt
When a thought is broken
When an idea or thought is interrupted or left incomplete
By a tender word
A kind and gentle word can mend a broken thought or soothe a heart
When a heart is moved
When emotions are stirred and felt deeply
When a heart is thrown
This line is open to interpretation, but it could refer to the heart being taken or surrendered to another person
The silence tells you
Sometimes, the absence of words can communicate more than spoken language
You're not alone
Even in moments of solitude, one can feel a connection to others and the world around them
Some people are born for each other
Again, certain individuals are simply meant to be together
(some people they long for each other)
Repeating this line emphasizes the idea that some individuals deeply long to be with each other
(some people are born for each other)
Once more, this line underscores the theme that some connections are virtually predestined
They love to walk holding the other one
Repeating this earlier line reinforces the idea that the simple act of holding hands while walking is a powerful symbol of love and connection
(some people they long for each other)
Restating this line a final time reinforces the theme of longing and the deep desire for connection and love
Holding the other one
Again, this line highlights the importance and power of the physical act of holding someone
Holding each other
This final line emphasizes the reciprocity and mutuality of love and connection
Lyrics Β© Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALAN TARNEY
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Shahid Rafiq
Some People They Tease One Another
Take Pride In Themselves
Keeping The Other One Down
Well, I'm Not Like That At All
Some People They Hurt One Another
They Love To See
Hurt In The Other One's Eyes
Well, I'm Not Like That At All
Some People Are Born For Each Other
They Love To Walk
Holding The Other One's Hand
They Always Understand!
Some People Cry
Some People Know Why
OhOho
Ahaha
Some People They Use One Another
So Aimlessly
Not Like Lovers Do
Well, I'm Not Like That At All
Some People They Long For Each Other
They Love To Talk
Holding The Other One's Hand
They Always Understand!
Some People Cry
Some People Know Why
With A Word Unspoken
With A Voice Unheard
When A Thought Is Broken By A Tender Word
When A Heart Is Moved
When A Heart Is Thrown
The Silence Tells You You're Not Alone
Some People Are Born For Each Other
They Love To Walk
Holding The Other One's Hand
They Always Understand
Some People Cry
Some People Know Why
Some People
( Some People Are Born For Each Other )
They Love To Walk
Holding The Other One
( Some People Are Born For Each Other )
They Love To Talk
Holding The Other One
( Some People Are Born For Each Other )
They Love To Walk
Holding The Other One
Holding The Other One
Holding Each Other
Eugene Barry
One of my favourite songs and Cliff was , is and will always be one of the very best. Unlike the new crop, he can perform live and is a gentleman. Thanks for the music Sir Cliff and know that your fans are always with you in good and bad times. I hope others are saved what you went through, but difficult times make us appreciate the good times , indeed make us stronger.
gloria garcia
Yes, bad times make us stronger & Cliff has proven that, he has fortitude, what a virtue, God bless him.
Rosepresley Presley
Cliff, es un hombre con la inspiraciΓ³n a flor de piel, que emana los mΓ‘s bellos sentimientos a travΓ©s de su mΓΊsica! πππππ un maestro en el arte del amor. πππ
the king
Cliff Richard is a British Legend and no matter who try to knock him down. Cliff never gives up and how many more singers of 2018 will still be about in 60 years time?
Galinka Denis
One of my favorite songs and videos of all time. With the Royal Philharmonic orchestra, this song has acquired a fresh, romantic sound. I love hearing that version .
Susan & Dennis Cook
Oh how I adore this man and this song. Alan Tarneyβs compositions are so beautiful and, when paired with Cliffβs wonderful voice and inflection, is just pure magic.
Magnus Nobledorn
A beautiful and emotional version ππ
Ruth Feeney
One of my favourite songs from cliff Richard
The-Quiet-One
Such happy memories. This will always be my favourite love song ever. Gives me hope anew every time I hear it. Hope you can make it to Australia if you do a tour for your new album some time in the future. All the best to you Cliff and thank you for so many brilliant songs over the years.
Teresita Daniel
A very touching message of love for one another. Sir Cliff you set a model for this. We love not only your music but also for being the person you are.πππ