Someone To Lay Down Beside Me
Karla Bonoff Lyrics

There's somebody waiting alone in the street
There is a lonely person waiting for someone to come and show them kindness.

For someone to walk up and greet
They are waiting for someone to acknowledge them and extend a welcome.

Here you are all alone in the city
You are in the midst of an impersonal urban environment, without human connection.

Where's the one that you took to your side
You are missing the person who used to be your companion to help you navigate the loneliness of the city.

Lonely faces will stare through your eyes in the night
You will encounter other people who, like you, are feeling isolated and disconnected.

And they'll say - woman sweet woman please come home with me
Some people may offer you companionship or comfort, but it may not be genuine or meaningful.

You're shining and willing and free
You are attractive and open to new experiences, which can be a double-edged sword in this kind of environment.

But your love it's a common occurrence
Your capacity to love and connect with others is not unique or special.

Not like love that I feel in my heart
The artist is seeking a deeper, more meaningful connection than what is available in this environment.

Still you know that may be what I need
Despite its limitations, the connection that is available may be better than nothing.

Is someone to lay down beside me
The singer is looking for physical closeness and the comfort that can come from a simple physical presence.

And even though it's not real
The artist recognizes that this may only be a temporary balm for their loneliness.

Just someone to lay down beside me
This simple act of companionship may be all the singer is asking for.

You're the story of my life
The singer sees their own search for companionship and connection reflected in the experience of others.

Well morning is breaking the street lights are off
A new day is beginning, but the darkness and loneliness of the night may still be lingering.

The sun will soon share all the cost
The light of day will reveal the true nature of the world and the experience of the people in it.

Of a world that can be sort of heartless
The artist sees the world as being indifferent to individual needs for connection and companionship.

Not like love that you feel in our heart
The singer is looking for a deeper love and connection that cannot be found in the superficial experiences of the city.

Still you know that may be all you get
Despite the limitations and disappointments of the world, the singer recognizes that this simple act of companionship may be the best they can hope for.

Is someone to lay down beside me
The artist repeats their request for simple physical comfort and companionship.

And even tho it's not real
Despite the fleeting nature of this connection, it is still meaningful to the artist.

Just someone to lay down beside me
The artist emphasizes the simplicity and purity of what they are asking for.

You just can't ask for more
Despite the limitations of the world and the human experience, this simple act of companionship may be enough to sustain us.