Robert Allen Palmer (January 19, 1949 – September 26, 2003), born in Batley… Read Full Bio ↴Robert Allen Palmer (January 19, 1949 – September 26, 2003), born in Batley, Yorkshire, England, was a British singer. He was known for his soulful voice and the eclectic mix of musical styles on his albums, combining soul, jazz, rock, reggae, blues, and even yodeling.

His eighties hits were promoted by particularly striking award winning videos, featuring an all-female, black-clad backing band. The memorable videos, directed by Terence Donovan, featured heavily on MTV and played a large part in his transatlantic success.

His eighties success was kickstarted by his participation in supergroup The Power Station, along with Andy Taylor and John Taylor of Duran Duran and Tony Thompson of Chic.

Robert Palmer died on September 26, 2003 in Paris, France, while staying at the Warwick de berri Hotel. The cause of death was of a heart attack. He was in Paris promoting his Drive CD which had been released in May of 2003. He was joined there by his longtime friend, Jack Bruce. He was survived by his parents, Anna and Leslie Palmer, his brother, Mark Palmer, and his children, James, Jane, Anna, Anthony and Martin. He is interred in London, England.

Solo Albums:

Sneakin' Sally Through the Alley (1974)
Pressure Drop (1975)
Some People Can Do What They Like (1976)
Double Fun (1978)
Secrets (1979)
Clues (1980)
Maybe It's Live (1982) (live)
Pride (1983)
Riptide (1985)
Sweet Lies (1987) (single)
Heavy Nova (1988)
Addictions Volume I (1989) (compilation)
Don't Explain (1990)
Addictions Volume II (1992) (compilation)
Ridin' High (1992)
Honey (1994)
Very Best Of Robert Palmer (1995) (compilation)
Woke Up Laughing (1998) (compilation)
Very Best Of Robert Palmer (1997) (re-release of the 1995 compilation feat: "Addicted To Love '97)
Rhythm & Blues (1999)
Best Of Both Worlds: The Robert Palmer Anthology (1974-2001) (2002) (compilation)
Drive (2003)
At the BBC (2010)

Albums by the group Power Station (Feat: Robert Palmer):

Power Station (1985)
Living in Fear (1997)
The Best of The Power Station (2002)

Albums by the group Vinegar Joe (Feat: Robert Palmer):

Vinegar Joe (1971)
Rock n Roll Gypsies (1972)
Six Star Generals (1973)
Six Star Gypsies (1994) (Compilation)
Speed Queen of Ventura: An Introduction to Vinegar Joe (2003) (Compilation)

Albums by The Alan Bown Set (Feat: Robert Palmer on vocals)

The Alan Bown (1969) (Only the UK release featured Palmer on vocals)
Listen (1970) (although was re-recorded with Gordon Neville on vocals when Palmer left)

Nobody But You
Robert Palmer Lyrics

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I don't want nobody but you
I don't want nobody but you
No one else on Earth will do

You help me find my feet
You make me lose my head
You help me make ends meet
You keep me warm in bed

You're too good to believe
You make me jam and bread

I don't want nobody but you
I don't want nobody but you
No one else on Earth will do

You give me good advice
You keep me on my toes
You help me pick my ties
But I pick my own nose
You run my bubble bath
Accept when I propose

I don't want nobody but you
I don't want nobody but you
No one else on Earth will do

You charge the atmosphere
You are the sexiest
You always lend an ear
You help me get undressed
You give me room to breathe
You keep me well abreast
You help me find my feet
You make me lose my head

You never lose the beat
You keep me warm in bed

Overall Meaning

The song Nobody but You by Robert Palmer is a love song expressing the singer's deep affection and devotion to his lover. The lyrics emphasize the singer's exclusive desire to be with his partner, as he repeatedly declares "I don't want nobody but you, no one else on Earth will do." The lyrics express the many ways in which the singer's lover completes him, from helping him find his feet to keeping him warm in bed.

The singer talks about how his lover explains things to him, helps him get ready, and offers sincere advice. He mentions that his lover runs him a bubble bath and helps him get undressed, indicating intimacy and trust in their relationship. The lyrics also have a playful element to them, with the singer joking about his partner accepting his proposal even while he picks his own nose.

Overall, the song celebrates the unique and powerful bond between two people who are truly meant to be together. The lyrics communicate a genuine sense of joy and gratitude for the love and companionship the singer has found in his partner.

Line by Line Meaning

I don't want nobody but you
I only desire you, and nobody else

I don't want nobody but you
My affection and attention is only towards you

No one else on Earth will do
There is nobody else in the world who can replace you

You help me find my feet
You support me and guide me to establish my life

You make me lose my head
You excite me and overwhelm me with emotions

You help me make ends meet
You assist me with my financial obligations

You keep me warm in bed
You provide me care and comfort while I sleep

You're too good to believe
You are exceptional to a point that it's hard to comprehend

You make me jam and bread
You prepare food for me out of love and care

You give me good advice
You offer me guidance that benefits my well-being

You keep me on my toes
You motivate me and keep me alert