Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood
Leroy Gomez; Santa Esmeralda Lyrics
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Sometimes I feel a little mad
Well, don't you know that no-one alive
Can always be an angel
When things go wrong I seem to be bad
I'm just a soul who's intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
If I seem edgy, I want you to know
That I never meant to take it out on you
Life has it's problems and I've got my share
And that's one thing I never meant to do
'Cause I love you
Baby, don't you know I'm just human
And I've thoughts like any other man
And sometimes I find myself alone and regretting
Some foolish thing, some foolish thing I've done
But I'm just a soul who's intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
If I seem edgy, I want you to know
That I never meant to take it out on you
Life has it's problems and I've got my share
And that's one thing I never meant to do
'Cause I love you
Baby, don't you know I'm just human
And I've thoughts like any other man
But sometimes I find myself alone regretting
Some foolish thing, some foolish thing I've done
But I'm just a soul who's intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
'Cause I'm just a soul who's intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
Oh Lord, don't let me be misunderstood
Don't let me be, don't let me be misunderstood
No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no
In "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood," Leroy Gomez croons about the challenge of expressing oneself and being understood in relationships. The song is about the lead singer trying to convey his good intentions and love to his significant other despite feeling overwhelmed by life's difficulties. The singer acknowledges that he can be edgy at times and seems to take his frustrations out on his partner, but he reassures her that he never meant to hurt her. The chorus emphasizes the singer's vulnerability and the importance of being understood: "But I'm just a soul whose intentions are good, Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood."
The song's titular phrase "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood" has become a mantra for many people in relationships, friendships or any other kind of interpersonal dynamic. Musical artists of different genres have covered or referenced the song in their own work. It's a universal plea to be perceived as one presents oneself and creating a sense of understanding between two people.
Although Gomez's voice is smooth and mellow, the song's message is poignant and sincere. It stands as a classic example of understated soul, and a testament to the power of emotion and individual expression in music.
Line by Line Meaning
Baby, do you understand me now
Asking for understanding from a loved one
Sometimes I feel a little mad
Emphasizing that mental health is not always perfect
Well, don't you know that no-one alive
Nobody is perfect
Can always be an angel
People sometimes make mistakes and behave badly
When things go wrong I seem to be bad
Confessing to making mistakes and behaving badly when things go wrong
I'm just a soul who's intentions are good
Reminding that intentions are pure and honest
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
Requesting not to be misinterpreted
If I seem edgy, I want you to know
Explaining that being nervous or irritable does not mean dislike towards someone
That I never meant to take it out on you
Expressing that bad behavior was unintentional
Life has it's problems and I've got my share
Acknowledging that everyone faces problems
And that's one thing I never meant to do
Reiterating that bad behavior was not intended
'Cause I love you
Stating love for the person
Baby, don't you know I'm just human
Asking for forgiveness for being human
And I've thoughts like any other man
Highlighting the commonality of human thoughts and emotions
And sometimes I find myself alone and regretting
Admitting to feeling remorseful
Some foolish thing, some foolish thing I've done
Referring to a specific mistake made
'Cause I'm just a soul who's intentions are good
Repeating the pure and honest intentions
'Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
Reiterating the request not to be misinterpreted
Oh Lord, don't let me be misunderstood
Requesting again not to be misinterpreted
Don't let me be, don't let me be misunderstood
Asking to not be misunderstood
No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no
Repeating the request not to be misunderstood
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., WARNER CHAPPELL MUSIC FRANCE
Written by: BENNIE BENJAMIN, GLORIA CALDWELL, SOL MARCUS
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@eupatriciarock
whenever someone likes this comments I will come here and listen this spectacular song...
@michelmagix
It's time again ...
@paulleonardo4042
This is a 16 minute song and it's still not long enough. I'm 65yo and I can still feel the beat on the dance floor. God help me, I love this disco Era. There will never, ever be anything like it again. You had to be there to understand what I'm saying and how I'm feeling. Bensonhurst, Brooklyn here and I miss it so freaking much. 2000 Odyssey, after hour clubs and dancing and partying till all hours of the morning. What I wouldn't give to go back in time, to a much simpler time when music and friendship actually meant something....oh well, time for my nap....lmao. much love to all my fellow disco people out there....
@marcosoares3868
Paul ... Yes , those were really good times ! Don't know if there are dancefloors in heaven , but I hope so ! And there we will all dance with joy to praise the Lord through all eternity with songs like this !
@markmeenaghan934
Grew up in Brooklyn in 70s. Went to FDR. Was there when sat night fever came out. History
@markmeenaghan934
Filmed all thru bay ridge,bensonhurst
@djjamesrivera
Paul,, kid from Jersey here and so true. I ran all over the BK BX Manhattan Harlem. it was live. Disco still lives and will never die. I'll be 57 this year and Im still spinning classics along with Nu Disco. Memories is all we have left.
@macc5829
I am congratulecion
@sofianemebrouk469
So Magical my father loved that song he passed away in 2020 from Algeria 🇩🇿
@jenniecosio3654
Still listen to this song thanks again guys ❤️ good times back in the days 🤣💗😍🤣