Wanted
Como Perry Lyrics
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And held me closely, then stole my heart
Wanted, someone I trusted
Who gave no warning we'd ever part
She was last seen hiding out in someone's arms
He knew nothing of the danger in her charms
But I'd forgive her if I could see
A signed confession that she's repented
And really wanted no one but me
Wanted, someone who kissed me
And held me closely, then stole my heart
Wanted, someone I trusted
Who gave no warning that we'd ever part
She was last seen hiding out in someone's arms
He knew nothing of the danger in her charms
A jury may find her guilty
But I'd forgive her if I could see
A signed confession that she's repented
And really wanted no one but me
In Como Perry's song "Wanted," the singer is searching for a specific kind of love that he can't seem to find. He describes the person he's been looking for as someone who kissed him and held him closely, then stole his heart. This person is not just a casual fling, but someone he trusted and believed would never leave him. He's looking for a love that's not just passionate, but also enduring.
However, the singer's ideal love has eluded him so far, and he believes he may have found her with someone else. He describes the person he's looking for as a fugitive, "last seen hiding out in someone's arms," implying that she's with someone else. Despite this, the singer is still willing to forgive her if she repentantly admits her love for him and no one else.
Line by Line Meaning
Wanted, someone who kissed me
I am in search of that special person who not only kissed me but also held me closely and captured my heart
And held me closely, then stole my heart
This special someone not only gave me a tender embrace but also won over my affections
Wanted, someone I trusted
I am looking for someone who I can trust completely with my heart and soul
Who gave no warning we'd ever part
This person must be committed to our relationship and not give any indication of leaving me
She was last seen hiding out in someone's arms
The person who captured my heart is currently in a relationship with someone else
He knew nothing of the danger in her charms
This other person is unaware of the captivating and dangerous allure of my desired partner
A jury may find her guilty
If my desired partner were to be judged for stealing my heart, a court may find her guilty
But I'd forgive her if I could see
Despite any wrongdoing, I would be willing to forgive my desired partner if only I could see
A signed confession that she's repented
I would require a written statement from my desired partner expressing remorse for any transgressions
And really wanted no one but me
This confession must also demonstrate that my desired partner truly wants me and no one else
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Jack Fulton, Lois Steele
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@frankiehunter.
Believe it or not but this wonderful song was the favorite song of the teen Jimmy Hendrix.
@Gadhadhar1874Dakshesh
The 40s and the 50s have the best songs! I love Perry Como!
@chuckf6163
I totally agree, the most beautiful songs ever made. Wish I had a time machine were I could go back for a while, in fact I may end up staying.
@michaellazzeri9439
Mom, this is for you cuz I remember how you loved this. I was 8 y/o.
@brucekogan7980
My favorite Perry Como song.
@frankmartinez3020
Cinco de mayo '54 Best day ever!! Viva MEXICO!!!🌎✌️💖&🇲🇽 Por vida
@fredrickscott6609
My favorite perry Como song and of the whole year 1954 better than any other artist song
@almanook3005
The #2 bestselling record of 1954 in the USA, according to Billboard. The #1 seller was by a female artist: Kitty Kallen"s "Little Things Mean a Lot". It was the 1st time a female artist had the #1 seller of the year.
@TheSason666
Wow! And you know I also tried to study some archived issues of Billboard available for free in PDF online. I mean exactly published in 1954 just to study the birthyear of Rock and Roll music !!! )))
And on my way doing this I found out this pre-R-N-R era stuff. ))
So that's why I'm here to listen to it for the very first time in my life !!!
@TheSason666
An archive issue of Billboard magazine published on April the 17th 1954 (available online in PDF) brought me here!!! ))
And I'm from Ukraine.