Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood
Hemi Rudner Lyrics
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Sometimes I feel a little bad
Don′t you know that no one alive can always be an angel?
When things go wrong, I seem to be bad
Baby, do you understand me now?
Sometimes I feel a little bad
Don't you know that no one alive can always be an angel?
I′m just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
Baby, sometimes I'm so carefree
With joy that′s hard to hide
And sometimes it seems that, all I have to do is worry
And then you′re bound to see my other side
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 its problems, and I get my share
And that's one thing I never mean to do
Oh, I love you, oh
Oh, oh, oh, baby, don′t you know I'm human?
With thoughts like any other guy
Sometimes I find myself, Lord, regretting
Some stupid things, some simple things I′ve done
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 its problems, and I get my share
And that′s one thing I never mean to do
Oh, I love you, oh
Oh, oh, oh, baby, don′t you know I'm human?
With thoughts like any other one
Sometimes I find myself, Lord, regretting
Some foolish things, some simple things I′ve done
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
The lyrics of Hemi Rudner's "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood" express the common human experience of feeling misjudged or mistreated due to a lack of understanding or communication. The opening lines, "Baby, do you understand me now? Sometimes I feel a little bad" convey a plea for empathy and a desire to be understood. The following lines, "Don't you know that no one alive can always be an angel? When things go wrong, I seem to be bad" acknowledge the imperfect nature of humanity and the tendency to make mistakes.
The chorus, "I'm just a soul whose intentions are good, Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood" emphasizes the importance of intention over perception. The singer acknowledges that they may come across in a way that does not reflect their true intentions, and they plead with a higher power to prevent this confusion. The second verse highlights the contrast between carefree moments and times of worry or distress. The singer warns their loved one that they may sometimes seem edgy or irritable, but they never intend to take it out on them.
The final verse, "Oh, oh, oh, baby, don't you know I'm human? With thoughts like any other one. Sometimes I find myself, Lord, regretting. Some foolish things, some simple things I've done" expresses vulnerability and self-awareness. The singer acknowledges their flaws and mistakes, but they hope that their good intentions will be recognized and valued.
Overall, "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood" is a heartfelt and relatable plea for empathy and understanding. It acknowledges the complexities of human nature and emphasizes the importance of recognizing and valuing good intentions.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby, do you understand me now?
Do you comprehend my true character and motives?
Sometimes I feel a little bad
Occasionally, I experience negative emotions
Don′t you know that no one alive can always be an angel?
No human being can be perfect all the time
When things go wrong, I seem to be bad
I may appear unpleasant when things don't work out
I′m just a soul whose intentions are good
My heart is pure and kind
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
I hope people will understand me accurately
Baby, sometimes I'm so carefree
Sometimes, I feel unburdened and happy
With joy that′s hard to hide
I'm thrilled and cannot conceal it
And sometimes it seems that, all I have to do is worry
Other times, I feel anxious and stressed
And then you′re bound to see my other side
At those times, you may see an unpleasant side of me
If I seem edgy, I want you to know
If I appear irritable or tense, it's not intentional
That I never mean to take it out on you
I never want to hurt you with my negative emotions
Life has its problems, and I get my share
I face challenges in life like any other person
And that's one thing I never mean to do
One thing I never intend is to inflict harm on you
Oh, I love you, oh
I truly care for you
Baby, don′t you know I'm human?
Do you not realize that I am a fallible person?
With thoughts like any other guy
I have ordinary thoughts like other men
Sometimes I find myself, Lord, regretting
Sometimes, I reflect on past mistakes and feel remorseful
Some stupid things, some simple things I′ve done
I have made some foolish and minor errors
Yes, I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Above all, my intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
I hope no one misconstrues my actions or intentions
Writer(s): רודנר חמי, אגמון עידו, Marcus,sol, Caldwell,gloria, Benjamin,bennie
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