When Something is Wrong With My Baby
Sam & Dave and Dave Lyrics


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When something is wrong with my baby
Something is wrong with me

If I know she's worried
Then I would feel that same old misery
We've been through so much together
We spoke as one and that's what makes it better
When something is wrong with my baby
Something is wrong with me

Just what she means to me now
Oh you just oh you just wouldn't understand
And the people say oh they say she's no good
Oh but she's my woman
And I know I'm her man
If she's got a problem oh yeah yeah
Oh I know I'm gonna have to help her solve it

When something is wrong with my baby
Something is wrong with me





If something is wrong with my baby
Something is wrong with me

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "When Something Is Wrong With My Baby" by Sam & Dave express the deep and profound connection that the two singers share with their significant others. The song centers on the idea that when there is something troubling their partners, it affects them just as much as it affects their loved ones. The lyrics reflect the emotional distress and pain that comes with watching someone you care about struggle or experience hardships. When the woman in the song is worried or distressed, the singer feels the same old misery, highlighting the depth of their connection.


The song further emphasizes the strength of their bond, as the two singers have been through a lot together, spoken as one, and this unity helps them overcome whatever difficulties they encounter. The lyrics reflect their unconditional love for their partners, even when others judge or criticize them. The singers know what their loved ones mean to them, and their support is unwavering. They understand that when their partner has a problem, they must help them solve it.


Overall, "When Something Is Wrong With My Baby" is a meaningful tribute to the power of love and the unbreakable bond that exists between true partners. The lyrics express a deep sense of empathy, understanding, and support, making it a timeless classic that can resonate with anyone who has experienced a similar connection with their loved ones.


Line by Line Meaning

When something is wrong with my baby
If my partner is going through a tough time, it affects me deeply.


Something is wrong with me
I feel their pain as if it were my own.


If I know she's worried
If I see that she's upset,


Then I would feel that same old misery
I can't help but feel down as well.


We've been through so much together
We've overcome many obstacles as a team,


We spoke as one and that's what makes it better
Our strong communication helps us work through our issues.


Just what she means to me now
The depth of my love for her is hard to express,


Oh you just oh you just wouldn't understand
Others can't comprehend the strength of our bond.


And the people say oh they say she's no good
Others may criticize her or our relationship,


Oh but she's my woman
But she's the one I love and cherish.


And I know I'm her man
I'm committed to standing by her and supporting her always.


If she's got a problem oh yeah yeah
If she's struggling with something,


Oh I know I'm gonna have to help her solve it
I'll do whatever it takes to help her work through it.


If something is wrong with my baby
My partner's well-being is of utmost importance to me.


Something is wrong with me
I feel incomplete without my partner's happiness and security.




Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ISAAC HAYES, DAVID PORTER

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Comments from YouTube:

@cg0682

The Black Church gave the world a whole lot of good music.

@brittonbrittonjr8796

@jacobgtevans4639

I task you with finding better singers in this generation!!! Man the 50s and 60s!!! We will never get these kind of guys again!

@sisterg.64

Agreed πŸ’―

@augustinradac1749

Mate I can say Chris Stapleton got near this level

@dtread9543

Watching this in 2023 it really hits you how far downhill the culture has gone.

@imbees2

I don;t think so. This is original music from the 60's that has influenced all genres of music from then till today in 2024. So, explain your comment, "how far downhill the culture has gone". Who, what culture are you referring to?

@christopherallen9580

you don't enjoy mumble rap?

@queenshields7658

This was my mothers favorite song she once told me. She had stopped listening to secular music when she told me. So, I hunted everywhere until I found it and I played it for her. She beamed as her face lit up as she sang the lyrics and reminisced ; for we know music is a time capsule it’ll take you right back to a certain time and place in your life no matter how old you are. Rest in Heaven Ma ❀

@slewmayhew9515

My mother's up in Heaven with yours listening to this. Sorry for your loss.

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