In 1998, the band Santana was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with Carlos Santana, José "Chepito" Areas, David Brown, Gregg Rolie, Mike Carabello, and Michael Shrieve The band has earned nine Grammy Awards and three Latin Grammy Awards, the latter all in 2000. Carlos Santana won a Grammy Award as a solo artist in 1988. The band has sold more than 100 million records worldwide, making them one of the world's best-selling groups of all time. In 2013, Santana announced a reunion of the classic line-up for a new album, Santana IV, which was released in April 2016. They are tied for having the most won Grammy Awards in one night.
I Am Somebody
Santana Lyrics
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Your life so just be yourself cause you're somebody special cause somebody loves ya
Someone loves your life, life, hey hey I can see you shining shining I can see you shining With light light hey hey I can see you shining shining I can see you shining bright
In America today, people seem they lost their way
They don't know they're wrong from right
Something something just ain't right
Cause On TV in Magazines all I see is violent things
Where did all the healers go, I don't know I don't know
Maybe all the killers killed them yo Carlos lets save the children
Lets build their minds up & build their spines up
Teach em how to stand proud teach say it just say it loud
I am somebody, I am somebody, I am somebody, somebody I am somebody
I am somebody, I am somebody, and you can
Be who you want to be, go where you want to go love who you want to love - hey
It's your life so just be yourself cause you're somebody special cause somebody loves ya
Your life so just be yourself 'cause you're somebody special cause
Someone loves your life, life, hey hey I can see you shining shining I can see you shining with light light hey hey I can see you shining shining I can see you shining bright Hey Hey
In America today, people call up in pain
Lets try to help them change & stop this suffering
Teach em how to stand for something don't let them stand for nothing
Teach em how to stand proud teach say it just say it loud
I am somebody, somebody I am somebody, I am somebody, I am somebody, & I can
Be who I want to be, go where I want to go love who I want to love - hey & you can
Be who you want to be, go where you want to go love who you want to love - hey
I am somebody, I am somebody, I am somebody, somebody I am somebody
I am somebody, I am somebody, and you can Be who you want to be, go where you want to go love who you want to love - hey
Cause someone loves my life, life
Hey hey I can see you shining shining I can see you shining with
Light light hey hey I can see you shining shining I can see you shining bright
The lyrics of Santana's song "I Am Somebody" are a call for people to embrace their individuality and to remember that they are special, loved and appreciated. The song is based on a belief that people have lost their way in contemporary America, where they struggle to distinguish what is right from wrong amidst a culture that is saturated with violence and killings. Santana suggests that people begin to help each other and teach others to stand for something and not to stand for nothing, to teach them how to be proud and to say it loud.
Throughout the song, Santana affirms that everyone is unique and special in their own way and that they should embrace their identity and live their life according to their own terms. Regardless of the negativity of the world around them, Santana encourages people to shine bright and live a fulfilling life that makes them happy. Ultimately, the song is a heartfelt reminder for listeners to be true to themselves, to love and respect themselves, and to spread positivity to others.
Line by Line Meaning
Live your life and just be yourself cause you're somebody special cause somebody loves ya
Just be yourself, and love yourself because you are special and someone loves you
Someone loves your life, life, hey hey I can see you shining shining I can see you shining With light light hey hey I can see you shining shining I can see you shining bright
You shine with your own unique light, and someone loves your essence and being, shining brightly with vibrance
In America today, people seem they lost their way
The people in America have lost sight of their true purpose in life
They don't know they're wrong from right
They have lost their moral compass, and do not know right from wrong
Something something just ain't right
Something is not right with the state of the world today
Cause On TV in Magazines all I see is violent things
The media is filled with violent imagery and content
Killers here and killers there killers seems to be everywhere
There is an abundance of violence and murder in the world
Where did all the healers go, I don't know I don't know
The world needs more healers and positive role models, but it seems like they have disappeared
Maybe all the killers killed them yo Carlos lets save the children
The violence in the world has taken away positive influences, and it is time to start investing in the future generation
Lets build their minds up & build their spines up
It is time to help the children develop a strong foundation that will help them navigate through the challenges of life
Teach em how to stand proud teach say it just say it loud
Teach them confidence and encourage them to speak up for what they believe in
I am somebody, I am somebody, I am somebody, somebody I am somebody
Everyone is special and has value, and it is important to remember that
Be who you want to be, go where you want to go love who you want to love - hey
Live your life on your own terms, love who you want, and do what makes you happy
It's your life so just be yourself cause you're somebody special cause somebody loves ya
You are special and loved just for being yourself, so never change who you are to please others
In America today, people call up in pain
People in America are suffering and need help
Lets try to help them change & stop this suffering
It is time to help those who are suffering and work towards a better tomorrow
Teach em how to stand for something don't let them stand for nothing
It is important to stand for something and not just let life pass you by
I am somebody, somebody I am somebody, I am somebody, I am somebody, & I can
Everyone has value and should be proud of who they are
Cause someone loves my life, life
Someone loves you just the way you are
Hey hey I can see you shining shining I can see you shining with Light light hey hey I can see you shining shining I can see you shining bright
Your inner light and beauty shine brightly for all to see.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, O/B/O CAPASSO, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: George Pajon Jr, Will Adams
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