Gordie's musical genius is applauded by audiences and industry players alike. From his national debut in the early 90's to his presence today on the Nashville writing scene where international recording stars are discovering and recording his material including Faith Hill “Paris” , George Canyon “ My Name”, Keith Urban covering “The Hard Way” and “ You (or Somebody Like You) and the #1 Billboard single and Grammy winner by Carrie Underwood “Jesus Take The Wheel”.
Sampson’s certainly no stranger to the music scene. As a co-writer, guitarist and singer, Sampson played a key role in the Canadian Top 20 success of pop/rock band Realworld in the early 1990s. Gordie then shifted his attention to the more traditional music of his native Cape Breton Island and soon found himself working with the top traditional acts of the day. He continued to expand his horizons by working as musical director for stage and television productions and honing his skills in the studio.
Gordie’s fourth solo album titled “Almost Beautiful” is available now.
You
Gordie Sampson Lyrics
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I'm breathin' deeper than I've ever done
And it sure feels good to finally feel the way I do
I wanna love somebody, love somebody like you
I'm lettin' go of all my lonely yesterdays
I've forgivin' myself for the mistakes I've made
Now there's just one thing, the only thing I wanna do
Yeah, I wanna feel the sunshine
Shining down on me, me and you
When you put your arms around me
You let me know there's nothing in this world I can't do
I used to run in circles goin' nowhere fast
I'd take one step forward, end up two steps back
I couldn't walk a straight line even if I wanted to
I want to love somebody, love somebody like you
Oh, here we go now
Hey, I wanna love you, baby
Yeah, I wanna feel the sunshine
Shining down on me, me and you
When you put your arms around me
You let me know there's nothing in this world I can't do
Sometimes it's hard for me to understand
But you're teachin' me to be a better man
I don't want to take this life for granted like I used to do, no no
I wanna love somebody, love somebody like you
I'm ready to love somebody
Love somebody like you
I wanna love somebody
Love somebody like you
Gordie Sampson's song "You" is an upbeat and positive song about the singer's newfound love and happiness. The opening lyrics set the tone for the song, as the singer describes a "new wind blowin'" and feeling like they are breathing deeper than ever before - a metaphor for feeling a renewed sense of life and energy. The singer celebrates this newfound happiness and declares their desire to love somebody like the person they are addressing.
The song continues with the singer reflecting on their past and how they used to "run in circles goin' nowhere fast" and "couldn't walk a straight line even if [they] wanted to." However, their love for this person has changed all of that, making them feel like they can do anything. The chorus repeats the singer's desire to bask in the sunshine and love of the person they are addressing and let their embrace be a reminder of their limitless potential.
As the song progresses, the singer acknowledges how this person is making them a better person and they vow not to take their life for granted anymore. The song concludes with the singer expressing their readiness to love someone and their desire to love somebody like the person they are addressing.
Overall, "You" is a catchy, feel-good song about the power of love to transform one's life and outlook.
Line by Line Meaning
There's a new wind blowin' like I've never known
I feel a newfound sense of change and freshness that I have never experienced before.
I'm breathin' deeper than I've ever done
I am taking in deeper breaths than before, as if finally being able to fully enjoy life.
And it sure feels good to finally feel the way I do
I feel incredibly good and satisfied with the way I am experiencing life now.
I wanna love somebody, love somebody like you
I long to have someone to love and cherish, and you are the kind of person I want to love.
I'm lettin' go of all my lonely yesterdays
I am moving on from all the days when I felt lonely and left out, and embracing a new and better life ahead of me.
I've forgivin' myself for the mistakes I've made
I have learned to forgive myself for all the errors I have made in the past and have a fresh start to life.
Now there's just one thing, the only thing I wanna do
The only thing I want to do now is to find someone special to love and care for.
Yeah, I wanna feel the sunshine
I want to experience the warmth and joy of the sun shining down on me.
Shining down on me, me and you
I also want the sunshine to bless and brighten both our lives together.
When you put your arms around me
Whenever you wrap your arms around me, I feel loved and protected.
You let me know there's nothing in this world I can't do
With your love and support, I feel that I can accomplish anything and everything in this world.
I used to run in circles goin' nowhere fast
In the past, I always felt like my life was stuck in a loop, and nothing would change no matter how hard I tried.
I'd take one step forward, end up two steps back
Whenever I tried to make progress in my life, something always held me back, and I would regress instead.
I couldn't walk a straight line even if I wanted to
I was unable to live my life in a straight and consistent manner, no matter how much I tried to.
I want to love somebody, love somebody like you
I want to find someone to love like you because you bring stability and meaning to my life.
Oh, here we go now
This is it, the start of our journey together.
Hey, I wanna love you, baby
I want to shower you with my love and devotion every day and night.
Sometimes it's hard for me to understand
Sometimes I find it difficult to comprehend how great life can be with you by my side.
But you're teachin' me to be a better man
You are constantly inspiring me to be a better person and improve myself every day.
I don't want to take this life for granted like I used to do, no no
I do not want to waste my life or overlook the important things in life anymore as I did before.
I wanna love somebody, love somebody like you
I want to find that someone special to love and care for, just like I love and care for you.
I'm ready to love somebody
I am all set and prepared to find love and start a new life.
Love somebody like you
I want to love someone who is just like you, the perfect match for me.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Troy Verges, Eric Blair Daly, Gordon Francis Sampson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Tony Hill
I thank God for Gordie for writing a great song and I love Keith's version of this song.
Twice As Vice
Wow. Wow. Wow!!! My favourite song and now my favourite version! Amazing is an understatement 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Robert Younker
The reason I put this little montage together was so some fans might hear the original version. I think most people enjoy knowing where their favourite songs come from. :)
Susie Moloney
Gordie's version is just better!
Cheryl Ritchie
Totally!!! Nobody does it better....one 'original' only....thank god for RIGHTS!!!
Ruth Martin
I am a keith Urban fan and saw Gordie perform this song when he was a guest at one of keiths shows in the uk a while ago. I thought Gordies version was much better than Keiths , I am a fan of Gordies ever since that concert he is amazing.
The Weissman
It's obvious both versions are great
HC Rankin
Wow...Gordie REALLY packed on the pounds!!!🤮
danny kooy
Gordie is really the song writer or is it John Shanks?
Cyndi Fallon
What a great song writer, just discovering his music through another artist. Wow!