Somebody To Love
Jefferson Airplane Jefferson Starship & Starship Lyrics


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When the truth is found to be lies
And all the joy within you dies
Don't you want somebody to love, don't you
Need somebody to love, wouldn't you
Love somebody to love, you better
Find somebody to love

When the garden flowers baby are dead, yes and
Your mind, your mind is so full of red
Don't you want somebody to love, don't you
Need somebody to love, wouldn't you
Love somebody to love, you better
Find somebody to love

Your eyes, I say your eyes may look like his
Yeah, but in your head, baby, I'm afraid you don't know where it is
Don't you want somebody to love, don't you
Need somebody to love, wouldn't you
Love somebody to love, you better
Find somebody to love

Tears are running down and down and down your breast
And your friends, baby they treat you like a guest
Don't you want somebody to love, don't you
Need somebody to love, wouldn't you




Love somebody to love, you better
Find somebody to love

Overall Meaning

The song "Somebody to Love" explores the emotional turmoil of feeling lost and alone in a world of deceit and pain. The lyrics begin by acknowledging that the truth can be deceiving, and that joy can quickly perish. When faced with this reality, the singer implores the listener to seek out someone to love, as a means of finding solace and meaning in life. The repetition of the phrase "don't you want somebody to love" reinforces the message that everyone needs human connection to thrive and feel fulfilled.


The second verse uses vivid imagery of dead flowers and a mind "full of red" to convey a sense of despair and hopelessness. However, the idea that finding somebody to love can potentially cure these feelings gives the song a glimmer of hope. The bridge of the song contrasts physical appearance with internal confusion, suggesting that even though someone may look like another person, they may not truly understand them. Finally, the singer describes tears running down the listener's chest and how their friends treat them like a guest, emphasizing the need for someone who truly cares for them. Through its raw lyrics and powerful message, "Somebody to Love" speaks to the universal human need for love and connection in a world that can often feel cold and cruel.


Line by Line Meaning

When the truth is found to be lies
When you realize that what you believed to be true is actually false


And all the joy within you dies
And it takes a toll on your emotional and mental state and you feel lost and hopeless


Don't you want somebody to love, don't you
Don't you want someone to care for and support you


Need somebody to love, wouldn't you
Don't you think you need someone to love you and make you feel happy


Love somebody to love, you better
It's important to have someone to love and be loved by


Find somebody to love
Try to find that person who will love you


When the garden flowers baby are dead, yes and
When everything seems to be falling apart and you can't find a way out


Your mind, your mind is so full of red
Your mind is filled with worry and fear, causing you to become overwhelmed with stress


Your eyes, I say your eyes may look like his
You may resemble someone, but it doesn't change who you are inside


Yeah, but in your head, baby, I'm afraid you don't know where it is
But you're lost and confused, unsure of who you are and what you want


Tears are running down and down and down your breast
You're so emotional that your tears won't stop flowing down your chest


And your friends, baby they treat you like a guest
Your friends don't provide you with the support and love you need, and treat you like you're just visiting


Don't you want somebody to love, don't you
Don't you want someone who will be there for you no matter what


Need somebody to love, wouldn't you
Don't you feel like you need someone who will love and care for you


Love somebody to love, you better
You should have love in your life


Find somebody to love
Go out and find that person who will love you and make you feel alive




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DARBY R. SLICK

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@michelelopez9799

When the truth is found to be lies
And all the joy within you dies
Don't you want somebody to love
Don't you need somebody to love
Wouldn't you love somebody to love
You better find somebody to love

When the garden flowers, baby are dead, yes and
Your mind, your mind is so full of red
Don't you want somebody to love
Don't you need somebody to love
Wouldn't you love somebody to love
You better find somebody to love

Your eyes, I say your eyes may look like his
Yeah, but in your head, baby, I'm afraid you don't know where it is
Don't you want somebody to love
Don't you need somebody to love
Wouldn't you love somebody to love
You better find somebody to love

Tears are running down and down and down your breast
And your friends, baby they treat you like a guest
Don't you want somebody to love
Don't you need somebody to love
Wouldn't you love somebody to love
You better find somebody to love



All comments from YouTube:

@Eli70mod

I was 73 years old when this song first came out and now I’m dead it funny how time flies

@zamev

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣👍

@thebot6818

😕best music I've heard from the damn 60s 😢 i miss the 60s it was a dream now its just this shut music rap and stupid shit im sorry America 🇺🇸

@thebot6818

😭😭😭😭😭

@Eli70mod

@@thebot6818 😭😭

@CC.R0Y

I didn't exist and now I do, where did the good ol' days go😭

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@randybailin4902

This is one of those songs that if you're driving and it comes on the radio it's a mandatory volume increase.

@jlwilder8436

And that statement is true about ANY song sung by Grace Slick!
The problem is, most of her amazing music is practically never heard.
Just imagine hearing "Welcome to the Wrecking Ball!" come on! 🤯

@dannypipewrench533

We were coming home from Walmart one time, and this came on. We were pretty excited.

@pvank1799

And White Rabbit.

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