He's A Rebel
Darlene Love Lyrics
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Watch the way he shuffles his feet
My, he holds his head up high
When he goes walking by, he's my guy
When he holds my hand, I'm so proud
'Cause he's not just one of the crowd
My baby's always the one to try
And just because of that, they say
He's a rebel and he'll never ever be any good
He's a rebel 'cause he never ever does what he should
But just because he doesn't do what everybody else does
That's no reason why I can't give him all my love
He's always good to me, always treats me tenderly
'Cause he's not a rebel, oh, no, no, no
He's not a rebel, oh, no, no, no, to me
If they don't like him that way
They won't like me after today
I'll be standing right by his side when they say
He's a rebel and he'll never ever be any good
He's a rebel 'cause he never ever ever does what he should
Just because he doesn't do what everybody else does
That's no reason why we can't share a love
He's always good to me, good to him, I try to be
'Cause he's not a rebel, oh, no, no, no
He's not a rebel, oh, no, no, no, to me
Oh, he's not a rebel, oh, no, no, no
He's not a rebel, oh, no, no, no
He's not a rebel, oh, no, no, no
He's not a rebel, oh, no, no, no
He's not a rebel, oh, no, no, no
He's not a rebel, oh, no, no, no
He's not a rebel, oh, no, no, no
He's not a rebel, oh, no, no, no
The song "He's A Rebel" by Darlene Love is a classic love song with a twist. The song talks about a boy who is different from everyone else and is perceived as a rebel by others. However, the girl singing the song sees him differently. She admires the way he walks down the street and shuffles his feet. He holds his head up high and is not afraid to be himself. The singer is proud to be with him, even though he is not one of the crowd.
The second part of the song talks about how others perceive the boy as a rebel. They do not understand him and find fault in the fact that he never does what he should. However, the girl singing the song does not see him that way. She understands that he is different, and she loves him regardless. She knows that even though he does not do what everybody else does, it does not mean that he is not deserving of her love.
The song ends with the girl singing that the boy is not a rebel to her. He is always good to her, and she tries to be good to him. She knows that if others do not like him, they will not like her either. But she is willing to stand by his side because she loves him for who he is. The song is a beautiful tribute to love and acceptance.
Line by Line Meaning
See the way he walks down the street
I admire the way he walks with confidence and style
Watch the way he shuffles his feet
I notice the charming way he moves his feet
My, he holds his head up high
He is always proud and self-assured
When he goes walking by, he's my guy
I feel proud to be with him when he passes by
When he holds my hand, I'm so proud
I feel happy and proud to be holding his hand
'Cause he's not just one of the crowd
He is unique and stands out from everyone else
My baby's always the one to try the things they've never done
He is not afraid to take risks and try new things
And just because of that, they say he's a rebel and he'll never ever be any good
People judge him as a troublemaker and think he will never amount to anything
He's a rebel 'cause he never ever does what he should
He does not conform to what others think he should do
But just because he doesn't do what everybody else does
Being different does not mean he is not worthy of love
That's no reason why I can't give him all my love
I love him for who he is and not for what others think of him
If they don't like him that way
If others do not accept him for who he is
They won't like me after today
They will also not accept me for who I love
I'll be standing right by his side when they say
I will support him and stand by him when others judge him
He's always good to me, always treats me tenderly
He is always kind and gentle towards me
'Cause he's not a rebel, oh, no, no, no
He is not a troublemaker or a bad influence
That's no reason why we can't share a love
Our love can still flourish despite others' opinions
He's always good to me, good to him, I try to be
I also try my best to be kind and loving towards him
He's not a rebel, oh, no, no, no to me
To me, he is not a troublemaker or a bad person
Oh, he's not a rebel, oh, no, no, no
He is not a troublemaker or a bad influence
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Gene Pitney
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@legasiguy551
How many 76 year old women can still sing and look like they're in their 40's? Rock on!
@bakedtalabasupplierdealer5482
I agree. For example Martha Reeves. I am not saying she lost her classic voice. Only that she now sounds different. Unlike Darlene Love, still can rock it
@mona2242
And T Turner...love them both.
@mikecinquen
Not many
@stewartfenton7660
@Raphael Mohammed LP
@TREVASLARK
Tina Turner !
@socaleyes8684
This was my mom's song about my dad.
Rest in peace mom and dad, I love and miss you both more than words can express.
@joeivo911
Bless you. Thanks got sharing.
@chuckfulton4207
I was a 12-year-old paperboy when this came out. Listened to it all of the time.! Still do!
@jackiebrookman9910
Darlene: LOVED you since I was heard your magnificent voice in 1963!!!