In 2009, Durante signed to Universal Republic as Margaret Durante and released a cover of Kings of Leon's "Use Somebody". A year later, she left Universal Republic and signed to independent Emrose Records. She charted two singles for Emrose and released her digital EP, Maybe Tonight.
Durante changed her recording name to Maggie Rose in 2012 after signing with Scott Siman's RPM Management.
Use Somebody
Margaret Durante Lyrics
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Always looking down and all I see
Painted faces fill the places I can't reach
You know that I could use somebody
You know that I could use somebody
Someone like you
And how you speak
Countless lovers undercover of the street
You know that I could use somebody
You know that I could use somebody
Someone like you oh oh oh
Someone like you oh oh oh
Off in the night
While you live it up I'm off to sleep
Waging wars to shake the poet and the beat
I hope it's gonna make you notice
I hope it's gonna make you notice
Someone like me oh oh oh
Someone like me oh oh oh
Yeah
I'm ready, I'm ready
I'm ready now
I'm ready, I'm ready
I'm ready now
Oh oh oh
Someone like me oh oh oh
I've been roaming around
Always looking down and all I see
In Margaret Durante's cover of Kings of Leon's song Use Somebody, she sings about feeling lost and disconnected from the world around her. The lyrics convey a sense of isolation, as she describes how painted faces fill the places that she cannot reach. This feeling of being cut off from society leads her to realize that she needs someone to connect with. She sings "you know that I could use somebody, someone like you", expressing her desire for a relationship that helps bridge the gap between her and the world.
The second verse speaks to the contrast between the singer's life and that of the person she desires. While they "live it up", she is "off to sleep" and struggling to find her place in the world. The mention of "waging wars" suggests that the struggle she is facing is not just internal, but also external; she is fighting against the forces that are keeping her from where she wants to be. The repeated refrain of "someone like me oh oh oh" reinforces the sense of disconnect from the world and the need for a connection to someone who understands her.
Overall, Durante's cover of Use Somebody is a poignant exploration of the universal human need for connection, and the struggle to find one's place in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been roaming around
I have been wandering and traveling without a particular destination.
Always looking down and all I see
I have not been paying attention to my surroundings, and all I see is what is directly in front of me.
Painted faces fill the places I can't reach
I see happy people, but I feel disconnected from them and cannot seem to join them.
You know that I could use somebody
I need someone in my life who can fill the void I'm feeling.
You know that I could use somebody
I need someone in my life to help me feel complete.
Someone like you
I need someone who is like you - kind, compassionate, and understanding.
And all you know
I need someone who is knowledgeable and wise.
And how you speak
I need someone who can communicate effectively and eloquently.
Countless lovers undercover of the street
There are many people around me but finding true love seems impossible.
You know that I could use somebody
I am desperate for someone to come into my life and ease my loneliness.
You know that I could use somebody
I am reaching out to anyone who can help fill the emptiness I'm feeling.
Someone like you oh oh oh
I am hoping to find someone who can make me feel better, like you could.
Someone like you oh oh oh
My dream is to meet someone who is just like you.
Off in the night
I often feel alone and isolated, especially at night.
While you live it up I'm off to sleep
While others are partying and having fun, I have to go to sleep early.
Waging wars to shake the poet and the beat
I struggle with my inner demons while trying to find inspiration and motivation.
I hope it's gonna make you notice
I am doing my best to get your attention.
I hope it's gonna make you notice
I want you to see how much I need someone like you.
Someone like me oh oh oh
Maybe I'm the person you've been looking for all along.
Someone like me oh oh oh
I have hope that someone will finally appreciate and accept me for who I am.
I'm ready, I'm ready
I am willing to take chances and make steps towards finding what I need.
I'm ready now
I am prepared to start looking for that special someone.
I'm ready, I'm ready
I am eager and excited to make changes in my life.
I'm ready now
I am ready to start a new chapter and find someone who can make me happy.
Someone like me oh oh oh
I am confident that I have something valuable to offer and that I can find what I'm looking for.
I've been roaming around
I have been searching for something but cannot seem to find it.
Always looking down and all I see
I have been so focused on myself that I have not seen the beauty around me.
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., BMG Rights Management
Written by: Anthony Caleb Followill, Ivan Nathan Followill, Jared Followill, Matthew Followill
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@catsatch
this is really good, ive never heard of her before but she has an amazing voice
@lbr218
wow! i love country and I love the original version of the song but i thought the two of them together would be awful, but it was amazing! great job, and i'm glad she didn't overdo the country.
@gapgal14
Wow! She is talented!
@katiebecck
This song really makes me proud to be a Clemson girl! I'm coming back down in August for more school, so I hope I get a chance to see you perform! By the way - found you from your Facebook ads, so they're working! :)
@gopher3737
this is a great cover, awesome! I first hear on the radio for Mississippi Crying, she has a great voice!
@TheWeissman
wow never knew there was a video for her version Love it,better than the original
@Infowonk1
Well, hey Maggie! Wasn't expecting this song. Really great surprise to find this one! Love it!
@deerhuntngirl84
Came upon her when I was looking up Emily West's Mississippi's Cryin and I'm glad I did. Love her voice and talent and I can't wait to hear more. The video makes me think about my up-coming move to Nashville. :)
@origigi91
simply beautiful(both singer and song)!
@hollywoodswngr
Heard a different song from her the other night on WMZQ and it was a killer too! Girl has got a great web site as well!