As a musical artist, he has recorded cover versions of Jefferson Airplane's "Somebody to Love", the classic rumba song "Cuban Pete" and the Christmas song "You're a Mean One Mr. Grinch", featured in the films Cable Guy, The Mask and Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas, respectively. Outside of film performances, he contributed a version of The Beatles' "I Am the Walrus" for the George Martin tribute album In My Life.
Somebody To Love
Jim Carrey Lyrics
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And all the joy within you died
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
And don't take 'no' for an answer
They are dead, yes
And your mind, your mind
Is the filtered, yeah
Don't you want somebody to love?
Don't you need somebody to love?
I'd really like somebody to love
But it's hard to find somebody to love
Your eyes
I say, your eyes - they 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, don't, don't, don't you need somebody to love?
Wouldn't you love somebody to love?
You better find somebody to love
Don't take the green acid
That's for the base player
Da da da, da da da, da da da da da
Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha!
Yeah!
Tears are running, running down your breast
And your friends, baby - they treat you like a guest, yeah
Don't you want somebody to love?
Don't you need somebody to love?
I would really like somebody to love
But it's hard to find somebody to love
We just had a baby born in the left side of the party
Ladies and gentlemen
We need an ambulance near the scaffolding!
Oh, my little baby
Hey, get off the stage, get off the stage, man!
All right! Unless you have a pass, you are an audience member
You do not have access to this area
Wow! That guy just got stabbed
Do you see that?
I think we're gettin' a little outta hand here
Wow! Who hired the security on this gig, man?
They are a motorcycle gang!
C'mon!
The lyrics to Jim Carrey's "Somebody to Love" express the longing for connection and love when everything around you feels like it's falling apart. The opening lines, "When the truth is found to be lies / And all the joy within you died," refer to the disillusionment and betrayal that one might feel when faced with a world that doesn't live up to their expectations. The chorus of "Don't you want somebody to love? / Don't you need somebody to love?" is a cry for companionship and emotional support.
The second verse brings up the idea of filters and perceptions. The metaphor of a garden with dead flowers and a filtered mind suggests that the reality of the world and the thoughts in one's head may not match up with one's desires and expectations. The bridge of "Your eyes / I say, your eyes - they look like his / Yeah, but in your head, baby / I'm afraid you don't know where it is" plays on the idea of projection and how we see what we want to see in others, even if it may not be reality.
Overall, "Somebody to Love" is a poignant and relatable reflection on the human desire for love and connection, particularly when faced with difficult circumstances and disillusionment.
Line by Line Meaning
When the truth is found to be lies
When you discover that what you thought was true was actually false
And all the joy within you died
And as a result, you feel completely empty and unmotivated
Don't you want somebody to love?
Don't you desire to find someone to love and be loved by?
Don't you need somebody to love?
Don't you feel like you require someone to bring meaning and happiness to your life?
Wouldn't you love somebody to love?
Wouldn't it be great to have someone to share your life with and love unconditionally?
You better find somebody to love
You should look for someone to love before it's too late
And don't take 'no' for an answer
Don't let people's rejection discourage you from pursuing love
When the garden flowers, they are dead, yes
When something beautiful has passed, it's gone forever
And your mind, your mind is the filtered, yeah
Your perception of reality is often obscured by your own biases and filters
Your eyes, they look like his
You resemble someone from your past
Yeah, but in your head, baby, I'm afraid you don't know where it is
However, you don't know where that person is or how to find them
I'd really like somebody to love
I'm lonely and want to find someone to love
But it's hard to find somebody to love
However, it's challenging to find someone who I truly connect with and who feels the same way about me
Tears are running, running down your breast
You're crying uncontrollably and to the point where it feels physically painful
And your friends, baby - they treat you like a guest, yeah
Your friends are cold towards you and treat you like an outsider
Don't take the green acid, that's for the base player
Don't take drugs to cope with your problems
Da da da, da da da, da da da da da
Nonsensical lyrical interlude
Ha ha ha ha ha ha ha!
Laughter out of nervousness or excitement
We just had a baby born in the left side of the party
Random announcement or interruption
Ladies and gentlemen, we need an ambulance near the scaffolding!
There is an emergency and someone needs medical attention
Oh, my little baby
Expression of concern or sympathy
Hey, get off the stage, get off the stage, man!
Someone is causing a disturbance and needs to be removed from the area
All right! Unless you have a pass, you are an audience member
Clarification of the rules and procedures for being present in the area
You do not have access to this area
People who don't belong here must leave
Wow! That guy just got stabbed, do you see that?
Shocking and violent occurrence
I think we're gettin' a little outta hand here
The situation is becoming chaotic and unsafe
Wow! Who hired the security on this gig, man?
Comment on the lack of security or inadequate response to the situation
They are a motorcycle gang!
Identification of the group responsible for the disturbance
C'mon!
Expression of encouragement or disbelief
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Freddie Mercury
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@masonallen3961
I'm convinced Jim Carrey is a cartoon character that somehow found a way to become a real person.
@deadchannel271
That's dank
@tangerinejc4969
ahahaha that's deep mal!
@Jacobias
Who framed Roger Rabbit. ..
@idea2513
Truly
@connor9789
he's one of the first celebrities probably even people to be diagnosed with ADHD sadly i'm exactly like the guy, i go to acting school and hope to achieve what this man has, i don't mean sadly in that way i love Jim Carrey he's been my muse and inspiration since i was 6 and i'm now 20 but i'll never be taken serious if i make it as an actor, and films aren't craving Physical comedy performers like they used to, so whilst i'm brimming with confidence like this man, pickings will be slim
@thejonlyonsshow2791
Am I the only one who actually thoroughly enjoys listening to Jim Carrey sing? I think he’s got a fantastic voice
@thejonlyonsshow2791
But of course it’s exaggerated and over the top in this one
@romibersani1357
Listen " the walrus" is awesome too
@NazriB
Lies again? Serie A Leader