Lotta Love
Neil Young & Crazy Horse Lyrics


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It's gonna take a lotta love
To change the way things are.
It's gonna take a lotta love
Or we won't get too far.

So if you look in my direction
And we don't see eye to eye,
My heart needs protection
And so do I.

It's gonna take a lotta love
To get us through the night.
It's gonna take a lotta love
To make things work out right.

So if you are out there waitin'
I hope you show up soon,
'Cause my heart needs relatin'
Not solitude.

Gotta lotta love
Gotta lotta love.

It's gonna take a lotta love
To change the way things are.
It's gonna take a lotta love
Or we won't get too far.

It's gonna take a lotta love
To change the way things are.




It's gonna take a lotta love
Or we won't get too far

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Neil Young & Crazy Horse's song "Lotta Love" can be interpreted as a plea for love, understanding, and connection. The chorus repeats twice, emphasizing the importance of love in changing the way things are and moving forward in life. The verses suggest a sense of vulnerability and the need for protection, indicating that the singer has been hurt in the past, and is experiencing some difficulty in finding a way to connect with others.


The line "If you look in my direction" suggests a longing for someone's attention and understanding. The singer seems to be asking for empathy and support, recognizing the importance of mutual respect and communication in a successful relationship. The repetition of "It's gonna take a lotta love" acts as both a call to action and a reminder of the difficulties they may face, emphasizing the importance of perseverance in the face of challenge.


Overall, "Lotta Love" is a hopeful and optimistic song that acknowledges the need for love and connection in our lives. It urges us to keep pushing forward, even when faced with adversity and to believe in the transformative power of love.


Line by Line Meaning

It's gonna take a lotta love
A significant amount of love is required


To change the way things are.
To alter the present situation


It's gonna take a lotta love
A significant amount of love is required


Or we won't get too far.
Otherwise, we'll fail to make progress


So if you look in my direction
If you happen to be in my vicinity


And we don't see eye to eye,
If we don't agree or have differing viewpoints


My heart needs protection
My emotions need safeguarding


And so do I.
And I require the same protection as well


It's gonna take a lotta love
A significant amount of love is required


To get us through the night.
To help us overcome difficulties


It's gonna take a lotta love
A significant amount of love is required


To make things work out right.
To achieve the desired outcome


So if you are out there waitin'
If you're out there somewhere waiting for me


I hope you show up soon,
I hope you arrive shortly


'Cause my heart needs relatin'
Because my heart desires a connection or relationship


Not solitude.
Not being alone.


Gotta lotta love
Got a lot of love


Gotta lotta love.
Got a lot of love


It's gonna take a lotta love
A significant amount of love is required


To change the way things are.
To alter the present situation


It's gonna take a lotta love
A significant amount of love is required


Or we won't get too far.
Otherwise, we'll fail to make progress




Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, WORDS & MUSIC A DIV OF BIG DEAL MUSIC LLC
Written by: Frank Sampedro, Neil Young

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