Peter Jöback

Peter Jöback has established himself as one of the most… Read Full Bio ↴Peter Jöback

Peter Jöback has established himself as one of the most prolific and respected Swedish artists - an extraordinary performer with an amazing voice. A platinumselling recording artist combined with extensive performances on stage and TV in Scandinavia and London's West End, Peter Jöback is also a highly regarded name internationally.

Peter's latest albumrelease, a double-cd with a collection of songs from his extensive career has spent no less than nine weeks as No. 1 in the Swedish charts, well passing platinum status and making Peter the best selling artist of all, so far this year. The album is also a gold album in Norway.

Peter started 2006 playing the MC in a highly successful production of the classic Cabaret in Stockholm. He received massive critical praise as well as his second Golden Mask (Tony Award) for his achievement and he continues in Cabaret in Stockholm this season and in Gothenburg January 2007. Peter has been a creative force in this production as he already in 2003 gave a stunning performance as the MC at Gladsaxe Theatre in Copenhagen.

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Somebody
Peter Jöback Lyrics

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I want somebody to share, share the rest of my life
Share my innermost thoughts, know my intimate details
Someone who'll stand by my side and give me support
And in return she'll get my support
She will listen to me when I want to speak
About the world we live in and life in general
Though my views may be wrong, they may even be perverted
She'll hear me out, and won't easily be converted

To my way of thinking in fact she'll often disagree
But at the end of it all she will understand me
I want somebody who cares for me passionately
With every thought and with every breath
Someone who'll help me see things in a different light
All the things I detest I will almost like
I don't want to be tied to anyone's strings
I'm carefully trying to steer clear of those things
But when I'm asleep I want somebody
Who will put their arms around me, kiss me tenderly

Though things like this make me sick
In a case like this I'll get away with it

Overall Meaning

Peter Jöback's song "Somebody" is a love song that is about wanting a companion who can share life's experiences and understand one's innermost thoughts and desires. The lyrics convey a sense of vulnerability and honesty that is characteristic of Jöback's style of singing.

The song speaks to the desire to be understood and accepted by someone who is willing to listen even when they disagree with your point of view. The lyrics highlight the importance of having a partner who can provide support during difficult times and someone who can also help you see the world in a different light. The song goes on to describe a love that is passionate and all-consuming, but also acknowledges the fear of being bound to someone else's expectations.

Overall, the song is a beautiful tribute to the deep bonds that can be formed between two people who truly care for each other.

Line by Line Meaning

I want somebody to share, share the rest of my life
I am seeking someone with who I can share my life.

Share my innermost thoughts, know my intimate details
I want someone who I can confide in and share my deepest thoughts and secrets with.

Someone who'll stand by my side and give me support
I need someone to be my support and to stand by my side during tough times.

And in return she'll get my support
I will also be there to support and stand by her side in return.

She will listen to me when I want to speak
I want someone who will listen to me and hear me out whenever I need to speak.

About the world we live in and life in general
I want to discuss the world we live in and life in general with her.

Though my views may be wrong, they may even be perverted
Even if my views are not traditionally accepted, I want her to be open and accepting to hearing them.

She'll hear me out, and won't easily be converted
Her opinions will not be easily influenced by what I say, but she will still hear me out.

To my way of thinking in fact she'll often disagree
She may not always agree with my way of thinking, in fact, she will often disagree.

But at the end of it all she will understand me
However, she will still seek to understand me and where I am coming from, despite our disagreements.

I want somebody who cares for me passionately
I want someone who loves me deeply and passionately.

With every thought and with every breath
I want her love to be all-consuming, filling every moment and thought in her mind.

Someone who'll help me see things in a different light
I want someone who can challenge my perspectives and help me see things from a different angle.

All the things I detest I will almost like
As a result of her influence, I may even grow to appreciate and like things I once disliked.

I don't want to be tied to anyone's strings
I do not want to feel controlled or tied down in any way.

I'm carefully trying to steer clear of those things
I am being cautious and trying to avoid these types of situations and relationships.

But when I'm asleep I want somebody
Despite my reservations, there are moments when I crave someone's presence.

Who will put their arms around me, kiss me tenderly
In those moments, I want someone to hold me and show me affection.

Though things like this make me sick
Even though I may feel hesitant or scared, my desire for intimacy overpowers it.

In a case like this I'll get away with it
In this situation, I am willing to go against my better judgment and pursue what I desire.

Writer(s): Gore Martin Lee

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