somebody to love
Glee (Rachel Finn Mercedes & Artie) Lyrics


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For you I'd write a symphony
I'd tell the violin it's time to sink or swim
Watch them play for ya

For you I'd be (whoa-wo)
Running a thousand miles
Just get to where you are
Step to the beat of my heart

I don't need a whole lot
But for you I admit I'd
Rather give you the world
Or we can share mine

I know I won't be the first one
Giving you all this attention
Baby, listen

I just need somebody to love
I, I don't need too much
Just somebody to love
Somebody to love
I don't need nothing else, I promise, girl, I swear
I just need somebody to love

I need somebody
I, I need somebody
I need somebody
I, I need somebody to love

Everyday I'd bring the sun around
I'll sweep away the clouds
Smile for me

I would take every second, every single time
Spend it like my last dime
Step to the beat of my heart

I don't need a whole lot
But for you I admit I'd
Rather give you the world
Or we can share mine

I know I won't be the first one
Giving you all this attention
Baby, listen

I just need somebody to love
I don't need too much
Just somebody to love

Somebody to love
I don't need nothing else, I promise, girl, I swear
I just need somebody to love

I need somebody
I, I need somebody
I need somebody
I, I need somebody to love

I need somebody
I, I need somebody
I need somebody
I just need somebody to love

And you can have it all
Anything you want
I can bring, give you the finer things, yeah

But what I really want, I can't find 'cause
Money can't find me, somebody to love, oh

Find me somebody to love, oh

I need somebody to love, yeah
I, I don't need too much
Just somebody to love

Somebody to love
I don't need nothing else, I promise, girl, I swear
I just need somebody to love

I need somebody
I, I need somebody (to love)
I need somebody
I, I need somebody (to love)

I need somebody
I, I need somebody




I need somebody
I swear I just need somebody to love

Overall Meaning

The song "Somebody to Love" is a pop/R&B track that expresses the desire for companionship and the lengths one is willing to go for love. The song starts off with a declaration of how much the singer cares for their love interest as they claim they would "write a symphony" and would do anything to make them happy. The chorus emphasizes the main message of the song, with the singer pleading for "somebody to love" as they are willing to go to great lengths to find their soulmate.


Throughout the song, there are several references to the idea of "stepping to the beat of my heart," which suggests the connection and chemistry between the two individuals. This dynamic is further highlighted in the bridge of the song, where the singer claims that they can give their love interest anything they desire but what they truly want cannot be bought with money. This reference to material wealth serves to contrast the value of genuine love and the importance of finding a true connection with someone.


Overall, "Somebody to Love" is a heartfelt song that expresses the desire for love and companionship. The lyrics are simple yet powerful, resonating with those who have experienced feelings of loneliness or the longing for a deeper emotional connection.


Line by Line Meaning

For you I'd write a symphony
I would go to great lengths to express my love for you through music


I'd tell the violin, it's time to sink or swim
I would command the strings to play for you with all their heart


Watch them play for ya
I want you to be able to witness the beauty of my musical expression for you


For you I'd be (whoa-wo) Running a thousand miles Just get to where you are Step to the beat of my heart
I would do anything and go anywhere to be with you, following the rhythm of my heart


I don't need a whole lot But for you I admit I'd Rather give you the world Or we can share mine
I don't crave much in life, other than you. I would give everything I have to make you happy


I know I won't be the first one Giving you all this attention Baby, listen
I understand that other people may have shown you this level of devotion, but please hear me out


I just need somebody to love I, I don't need too much Just somebody to love Somebody to love I don't need nothing else, I promise, girl, I swear I just need somebody to love
All I really need is someone to love and care for. I don't need anything materialistic, just your affection


Every day I'd bring the sun around I'll sweep away the clouds Smile for me
I want to bring joy and happiness into your life, making everyday sunny and bright


I would take every second, every single time Spend it like my last dime Step to the beat of my heart
I would value every moment spent with you, cherish it like it's my last, and never miss a beat


And you can have it all Anything you want I can bring, give you the finer things, yeah
I'm willing to give you everything and anything you could possibly want in life


But what I really want, I can't find 'cause Money can't find me somebody to love, oh Find me somebody to love, oh
Despite all the riches in the world, I can't seem to find what I really want, which is someone to love me in return


I need somebody to love, yeah I, I don't need too much Just somebody to love Somebody to love I don't need nothing else, I promise, girl, I swear I just need somebody to love
All I ask for is somebody to share my life with, someone to love and be loved by


I need somebody I, I need somebody (to love) I need somebody I, I need somebody (to love) I need somebody I, I need somebody I need somebody I swear I just need somebody to love
I need someone to hold, cherish, and love me back. I swear all I need is somebody who reciprocates my feelings




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: FREDDIE MERCURY

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Comments from YouTube:

@serenityw704

Me and my choir sang this song for our last choir concert and sam did the same thing as mercedes and she nailed it

@piperbalczon3352

Omg were doing this for choir lol

@12roses8

Finn, Puck and Santana we miss you guys ❤
RIP

@obohemma1983

Cory and lea did great on this cover

@michael43567

3:56 can't get enough of this note

@pinkmonster5522

I love it 😍

@SarahiPaez-Martinez

Love too you so much nice work time song somebody to love heart just will we're age Glee club

@unknownpleasure858

Nostalgia

@marileadufresne9092

Artie killing it:
0:58
1:31
1:44
1:51 (amazing falsetto)
3:11

3:35 - Mercedes's part

@kayrose5791

2:55-3:52

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