The hit songs "Do It Baby" and Love Machine (written by Billy Griffin & Pete Moore) were performed by Billy Griffin as the lead singer after the departure of original founder member Smokey Robinson.
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Won't You Take Me Back
Smokey Robinson and The Miracles Lyrics
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I am all alone, oh, a-won't you, won't you, take me back
My biggest mistake, oh, was when I said goodbye, oh
And I made you cry, oh, a-won't you, won't you, take me back
Like a fool, I broke the rule
And I broke your heart
Oh, but I realized I'm not so wiseWhen I broke your heart, I wasn't very smart
But now I'm so sorry, oh, won't you understand, yeah
And if you can, oh yeah, won't you, won't you, take me back
Oh, won't you take me back, yeah, won't you take me back
Come on and take me, yeah, come on and take me
Come on and take me, yeah, come on and take me
The lyrics to "Won't You Take Me Back" by Smokey Robinson and The Miracles express feelings of regret, loneliness, and a longing for reconciliation. The singer laments not having anyone to call their own, suggesting a sense of emptiness and longing for love and companionship. They acknowledge that their biggest mistake was saying goodbye and causing their partner to cry, and now they desperately plead for a second chance to be taken back.
The singer reflects on their foolishness and their realization that they were not wise in breaking their partner's heart. The lyrics suggest a sense of self-awareness and remorse for their actions. They admit their lack of intelligence in hurting their partner and now express deep sorrow for their past behavior. The plea for understanding indicates a desire for their partner to see their remorse and hopefully forgive and welcome them back into their life.
Overall, "Won't You Take Me Back" is a heartfelt plea for forgiveness and reconciliation from someone who deeply regrets past actions. It showcases the singer's vulnerability, highlighting their realization of their mistake and their longing to be given another chance. The song captures the universal theme of regret and the human desire for redemption and a second opportunity at love.
Line by Line Meaning
I ain't got nobody, oh, not to call my own, oh
I don't have anyone special in my life to claim as my own.
I am all alone, oh, a-won't you, won't you, take me back
I feel isolated and empty, please reconsider taking me back.
My biggest mistake, oh, was when I said goodbye, oh
The worst decision I made was leaving you.
And I made you cry, oh, a-won't you, won't you, take me back
I caused you pain and regret, please give me another chance.
Like a fool, I broke the rule
I acted foolishly and violated our relationship's boundaries.
And I broke your heart
I shattered your feelings and caused you emotional pain.
Oh, but I realized I'm not so wise
I've come to understand that I lack wisdom.
When I broke your heart, I wasn't very smart
I made a foolish choice when I hurt you.
But now I'm so sorry, oh, won't you understand, yeah
I deeply apologize and hope you can comprehend.
And if you can, oh yeah, won't you, won't you, take me back
If it's possible for you, please consider taking me back.
Oh, won't you take me back, yeah, won't you take me back
I implore you to accept me back into your life.
Come on and take me, yeah, come on and take me
Please, take a chance on me and give me another opportunity.
Come on and take me, yeah, come on and take me
I beg you to give me a chance and forgive my past actions.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: SMOKEY ROBINSON, WILLIAM ROBINSON JR.
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