1993 release from SPV Germany, a double live album in a double jewel case featuring 20 tracks recorded live at the Belly Up Tavern at Solana Beach in California, on May 10th, 1993. Includes many of Burdon's hits with War & the Animals, like 'Don't Bring Me Down', 'Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood', 'We Gotta Get Out Of This Place', 'When I Was Young', 'Sky Pilot', 'It's My Life', 'Spill The Wine' & 'House Of The Rising Sun', plus covers of The Doors' 'Roadhouse Blues', Willie Dixon's 'I Just Want To Make Love To You', Sam Cooke's 'Bring It On Home To Me'.
In 1994 the "Eric Burdon – Brian Auger Band" disbanded.
Songs / Tracks Listing
1. Introduction
2. Don't Bring Me Down
3. Misunderstood Intro
4. Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood
5. Monterey
6. We Gotta Get Out of This Place
7. I Just Want to Make Love to You
8. Roadhouse Blues
9. When I Was Young
10. It's My Life
11. Spill the Wine
12. River Deep, Mountain High
13. Bring It on Home to Me
14. No More Elmore
15. Band Intro for Eric
16. Tobacco Road
17. Sky Pilot
18. Rising Sun Guitar Intro
19. House of the Rising Sun
20. Sixteen Tons [Studio 1992]
Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood
Eric Burdon & Brian Auger Band Lyrics
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Sometimes I feel a little mad
But don't you know that no one alive
Can always be an angel
When things go wrong I seem to be bad
But I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
Baby, sometimes I'm so carefree
And sometimes it seems that all I have do is worry
Then you're bound to see my other side
But I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
If I seem edgy I want you to know
That I never mean to take it out on you
Life has it's problems and I get my share
And that's one thing I never meant to do
Because I love you
Oh, Oh baby don't you know I'm human
Have thoughts like any other one
Sometimes I find myself long regretting
Some foolish thing some little simple thing I've done
But I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
Yes, I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
Yes, I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
In Eric Burdon's song Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood, the lyrics depict a person pleading with their partner to try and understand their actions and intentions. The song begins with the singer acknowledging that they might act unpredictable or irrational sometimes, but they do not intend any harm. The lyrics suggest that people have different sides to them, and just because someone seems happy and carefree sometimes doesn't mean they don't have hardships or inner turmoils.
The singer vocalizes that sometimes they are overwhelmed by their worries, and when they act out or seem on edge, it's not because they are trying to be cruel. They apologize to their partner and profess their love, stating that they want to be understood and not misjudged. While their mistakes and regrets can consume them at times, they believe that deep down, they are of good nature and hope that their partner can see that too.
The song aims to convey that people are complex and multifaceted, and their intentions might not always be apparent in their actions. It highlights how communication and understanding are essential in a relationship and that everyone deserves a chance to be heard and seen for who they truly are.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby, do you understand me now
Do you comprehend my true nature?
Sometimes I feel a little mad
Occasionally, I experience intense emotions.
But don't you know that no one alive
You should be aware that no human being
Can always be an angel
Can be perfect all the time.
When things go wrong I seem to be bad
When circumstances are unfavorable, I may appear unpleasant.
But I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
However, I am merely a person with benevolent intentions.
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
My plea is that I'm comprehended for who I am, not misunderstood.
Baby, sometimes I'm so carefree
On occasion, I am relaxed and at ease.
With a joy that's hard to hide
This contentment is difficult to conceal.
And sometimes it seems that all I have do is worry
Sometimes I feel like all I do is fret over things.
Then you're bound to see my other side
Inevitably, you will witness an aspect of me that is different.
If I seem edgy I want you to know
If I am anxious and irritable, I want you to realize
That I never mean to take it out on you
That I never intentionally misdirect my emotions towards you.
Life has it's problems and I get my share
Life has its hardships, and I have my fair share of struggles.
And that's one thing I never meant to do
Nevertheless, I never intended to burden you with my troubles.
Because I love you
This is because I have deep affection for you.
Oh, Oh baby don't you know I'm human
Please comprehend that I am a human being.
Have thoughts like any other one
I have thoughts, much like every other person.
Sometimes I find myself long regretting
On occasion, I dwell on the remorse I feel
Some foolish thing some little simple thing I've done
About some trivial error I've committed
Yes, I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Indeed, my intentions are pure.
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
I pray that I'm not taken the wrong way.
Yes, I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Once again, my purposes are righteous.
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
I beg of you, do not misconstrue me.
Lyrics © WARNER CHAPPELL MUSIC FRANCE
Written by: Bennie Benjamin, Gloria Caldwell, Sol Marcus
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@GelsominaVannaMarr
Brian Auger...what a wonderful muscian you are.....
and Eric!
@mrb4886
Kickin' ass on guitar. And everyone on stage obviously!!
@aureliatribegurl226
Eric has had so many dynamic awesome affiliations over the years... War, Witherspoon, New Animals... LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this man... golden earthy soulful voice, any rendition, any collaborator, LOVE, LOVE LOVE !!!
@reneematte8426
Grazie for this great video ♥️🎹🎹🎹🎵🎤🎸🥁
@magdasanchez89
Veramente grande
@danieladorazio5737
ogni singola tua canzone è un lunghissimo viaggio dentro un emozione...Eric Burdon ♥ FOREVER.
@mcmike100
It's great to see Larry in action.
@ogrebattle22763
Cool video Eric Burdon & Brian Auger what more could you ask for....
@cbusman99
Really LOVE this. Especially Brian on those keyboards!
@reneematte8426
Merci 🎹🎹☀🎸🎤🥁╰⊰✿💖♪