Hodgson is widely regarded as a gifted composer and lyricist. He is the singer/songwriter of such globally successful and enduring anthems as ""The Logical Song" "Breakfast in America" "Give a Little Bit" "Take the Long Way Home" "Dreamer" "It’s Raining Again" "School", "Fool’s Overture" and many more timeless songs that helped his former band sell well over 60 million albums to date.
For many fans, Hodgson was the spiritual force behind Supertramp for the 14 years prior to his departure in 1983. While he and the other co-founder, Rick Davies, shared writing credit, they actually wrote and composed separately.
His most recent solo album, Open the Door, was released in 2000.
His most recent tour was in 2019.
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Hungry
Roger Hodgson Lyrics
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I was feeling kind of broke up, my mind was on the blink
I couldn't see a future, can't seem to hold a job
I feel I'm just a loser, oh when's it gonna stop
I said Baby, say you'll always get to hold me
Say we'll never go hungry, never run out of money
You say we'll just have to hold on, maybe life is just a put on
Some mornings when I wake up I just don't know who I am'
If I look behind the make-up, I see a troubled man
I wander in the darkness, just talking to the walls
Seems life has turned against me, who'll catch me if I fall
I said Baby, say you'll always want to hold me
Say we'll never go hungry, never run out of money
Give me something to hold on, tell me life is just a put on
Won't you come and just hold me, Say I'll never get lonely
I said Baby, say you'll always want to hold me
Say we'll never go hungry, never run out of money
Give me something to hold on, tell me life is just a put on
Won't you come and just hold me, say I'll never get lonely'
The lyrics of Roger Hodgson's song 'Hungry' describe the feelings of someone who is struggling with their life circumstances and is worried about their future. The singer wakes up feeling lost and uncertain, unable to hold a job and feeling like a loser. The lines "I feel I'm just a loser, oh when's it gonna stop" highlight the desperation and hopelessness the person is experiencing.
The chorus of the song is a plea to someone else to provide the singer with the support and stability he needs. The repeating phrase "Say we'll never go hungry, never run out of money" shows the preoccupation with financial stability and the fear of not having enough. The singer is searching for a sense of security and stability in life, someone to hold him and reassure him he will not be lonely or abandoned.
The song touches on the theme of uncertainty and the need for human connection. The singer is searching for someone to rely on and share his worries, a person who will provide him with a sense of belonging and purpose. The repeated chorus is poignant and emotional, expressing the profound desire for the stability and security that the singer is searching for.
Line by Line Meaning
This morning when I woke up, I fixed myself a drink
The singer wakes up feeling down and pours himself a drink to cope with his emotions
I was feeling kind of broke up, my mind was on the blink
The singer feels emotionally broken and his mind is not functioning clearly
I couldn't see a future, can't seem to hold a job
The singer is struggling with finding a job and is unable to envision a successful future for himself
I feel I'm just a loser, oh when's it gonna stop
The singer feels like a failure and questions when his misfortune will end
You say we'll just have to hold on, maybe life is just a put on
The singer's partner tries to reassure him that they need to stay strong and that life may not be as serious or real as it seems
Won't you come and just hold me, say I'll never get lonely
The singer seeks comfort and affection from his partner and reassurance that he will not be left alone
Some mornings when I wake up I just don't know who I am'
The singer feels lost and unsure of his identity
If I look behind the make-up, I see a troubled man
The singer's outward appearance does not reflect the turmoil he feels inside
Seems life has turned against me, who'll catch me if I fall
The singer feels like life is working against him and worries about who will be there to support him in difficult times
Give me something to hold on, tell me life is just a put on
The singer seeks something to cling to and charges his partner to remind him that life may not be as serious or real as it seems
Say we'll never go hungry, never run out of money
The singer's partner promises him financial stability and reassurance that they will not go hungry
I said Baby, say you'll always want to hold me
The singer desires constant affection and emotional support from his partner
Won't you come and just hold me, Say I'll never get lonely
The singer requests physical contact from his partner and reassurance that he will not be left alone
Contributed by Cole I. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Batata Fliou
This morning when I woke up, I fixed myself a drink
I was feeling kind of broke up, my mind was on the blink
I couldn't see a future, can't seem to hold a job
I feel I'm just a loser, oh when's it gonna stop
I said Baby, say you'll always get to hold me
Say we'll never go hungry, never run out of money
You say we'll just have to hold on, maybe life is just a put on
Won't you come and just hold me, say I'll never get lonely
Some mornings when I wake up I just don't know who I am'
If I look behind the make-up, I see a troubled man
I wander in the darkness, just talking to the walls
Seems life has turned against me, who'll catch me if I fall
I said Baby, say you'll always want to hold me
Say we'll never go hungry, never run out of money
Give me…
Bgb Strm
Been a fan ever since "Crime...", but didn't know his solo stuff were THAT good!! Unfortunately I missed out on Roger's solo albums, a big mistake! Just discovered this in 2022... 😔 In a sense a more relaxed song, which suits Roger perfectly!! Wish for more songs like this... Awesome!!!! 💯🎶🎵🙏
Bruno Denzin
Admiro o Roger desde os tempos do Supertramp, ele tem um talento como poucos! Voz diferenciada, além de ser um pianista e guitarrista de mão cheia!!!
Kim Haggerty
Been a fan of Supertramp since the early seventies and when Roger left stayed a fan of his and still get goosebumps when I hear him sing the man is amazing
Ricardo Moreira
Roger MRAVILHOSO!!! Um compositor e musicista brilhante de talento indelével....
Daniel Dinenno
Argentina y Brasil AMAN A ROGER HODGSON Y SUPERTRAMP....!!!! tuve la suerte de hablar con el en Rosario....!!!
marieclaire blache
A quand un prochain album? Ils sont si beaux et si rares!
Shaun Kelly
ANOTHER GREAT TRACK FROM ROGER....THIS FELLA CANNOT PUT A FOOT WRONG......SHEER CLASS ACT,,,LOVE TO CATCH THIS GUY IN CONCERT.....
SHADOW
Roger hodgson fue y seguirá siendo siempre un maestro e icono de la musica..muchos crecimos con el y su musica..gracias roger..por compartirnos tanto talento y sensibilidad...thanks roger!!
sunonthewindow
Such a blessing to find new material on facebook from Supertramp and Hodgson. Thank you so much.
Marlon C. Azevedo
Além de ser uma musica lindíssima, uma voz incomparavel, tem pessoas como este que ganha uma voz desta, tem que ajoelhar e agradecer, e muito. Iniman! Mirai Mg - Brasil