When Somebody Love You Back
Teddy Pendergrass & Friends Lyrics


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It's so good lovin' somebody
And that somebody loves you back
To be loved and be loved in return
It's the only thing that my heart desires

Just appreciate the little things I do
Oh, you're the one who's got me inspired
Keep on liftin', liftin' me higher

So good, good lovin' somebody
And that somebody loves you back
It's so good needin' somebody
And that somebody needs you back

We can build a world of love, a life of joy
Make our goal each other's happiness
I will do for you anything that I can
Oh, everyday I want to do a little more
Do a little more, just a little bit more

It's so good, good lovin' somebody
And that somebody loves you back, and that's a fact
It's so good wantin' somebody
And that somebody wants you back

Said it's so good

Oh, oh
To be loved and be loved in return
It's the only thing that my heart desires
Just appreciate the little things I do
Oh, you're the one who's got me inspired
Keep on liftin', liftin' me higher

So good lovin' somebody
And that somebody loves you back and that's a fact
It's so good needin' somebody
And that somebody needs you back

Said not seventy-thirty
Not sixty-forty
Talkin' 'bout a fifty-fifty love

Said it's so good lovin' somebody
And that somebody loves you back, yeah

Said not seventy-thirty
Not sixty-forty
Talkin' 'bout a five-fifty love, yeah

It's so good, good lovin' somebody
And that somebody loves you back, yeah
It's so good, good

I'm so glad that there's you
I've experienced over and over when
I've given eighty percent and she's given twenty percent
Now she's givin' seventy percent and I'm givin' thirty
But you just don't know how it feels to have somebody that you can share your whole life
Somebody that you don't mind talkin' to
Somebody that you don't mind goin' down middle of the road
I know a lot of guys today they wish they had somebody just like you
I don't know when the last time I told you but girl, you make me so very happy




I think we've got something that a lot of people don't seem to have
Talkin' 'bout a fifty-fifty love, yeah

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Teddy Pendergrass's song When Somebody Loves You Back expresses the joy and fulfillment that comes when one is loved and the love is reciprocated. The song is a celebration of the virtues of a balanced relationship where both partners give and receive love in equal measure (50-50). The lyrics repeat the phrase "It's so good" to emphasize the profound satisfaction and happiness that comes from loving and being loved in return. The singer talks about the little things that he appreciates in his relationship and how his partner motivates and inspires him to become a better person. He acknowledges that a healthy relationship requires effort and commitment from both partners, and he is willing to do anything to make his partner happy.


The song's lyrics also suggest that a loving and reciprocated relationship has the potential to build a world of love and joy. The singer highlights the importance of prioritizing the happiness of one's partner and doing a little bit more every day to strengthen the relationship.


In conclusion, the lyrics of When Somebody Loves You Back convey the importance of mutual love and respect in a relationship. The song celebrates the joys and benefits of a fifty-fifty love, where both partners are committed to loving and supporting each other.


Line by Line Meaning

It's so good lovin' somebody
Loving somebody deeply and passionately brings a lot of joy and satisfaction in life.


And that somebody loves you back
Feeling loved in return is the ultimate goal of love and the key to happiness.


To be loved and be loved in return
Love is only complete when it is mutually shared and reciprocated.


It's the only thing that my heart desires
Finding true love is the most important and fulfilling pursuit in life.


Just appreciate the little things I do
Small gestures of love and kindness can have a big impact on a relationship.


Oh, you're the one who's got me inspired
Being with someone special can inspire and motivate you to be your best self.


Keep on liftin', liftin' me higher
Being with a loving partner can elevate your spirits and make you feel happier and more fulfilled.


It's so good needin' somebody
Feeling needed and wanted by someone you love is a great source of comfort and security.


And that somebody needs you back
Being needed and wanted by the person you love is equally important and fulfilling.


We can build a world of love, a life of joy
Together, with love and commitment, we can create a happy and fulfilling life.


Make our goal each other's happiness
The ultimate goal of a loving relationship should be the happiness of both partners.


I will do for you anything that I can
A true lover is willing to do anything for their beloved, no matter what the cost or sacrifice.


Oh, everyday I want to do a little more
A true lover is always looking for ways to show their love and devotion, every day.


Said not seventy-thirty
Love should be a balanced and equal partnership, with both partners contributing equally to the relationship.


Not sixty-forty
Love should not be one-sided or unfair, with one partner doing all the giving and the other doing all the taking.


Talkin' 'bout a fifty-fifty love
A true and healthy love should be an equal partnership, with both partners giving and receiving equally.


I'm so glad that there's you
Finding someone special to love and share your life with is a great blessing and a source of happiness.


I've experienced over and over when
I have been in many relationships, and know what it feels like when love is not balanced or equal.


Now she's givin' seventy percent and I'm givin' thirty
In a healthy relationship, both partners should give and take equally, with each contributing equally to the partnership.


But you just don't know how it feels to have somebody that you can share your whole life
Having someone special to share your life with is an amazing feeling, and brings a lot of joy and satisfaction.


Somebody that you don't mind talkin' to
A true lover is someone you can always talk to, confide in, and trust.


Somebody that you don't mind goin' down middle of the road
A true lover is someone you can always rely on, even in difficult times and challenging situations.


I don't know when the last time I told you but girl, you make me so very happy
Having someone special in your life who makes you happy is a great blessing, and should be cherished and appreciated.


I think we've got something that a lot of people don't seem to have
Having a healthy and balanced love is not always easy, and is a blessing that should be appreciated and celebrated.


Talkin' 'bout a fifty-fifty love, yeah
A true and healthy love should be an equal partnership, with both partners giving and receiving equally.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Kenny Gamble, Leon Huff

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Lando C

It's so good lovin' somebody
And somebody loves you back
To be loved and be loved in return
It's the only thing that my heart desires
Just appreciate the little things I do
Oh, you're the one who's got me inspired
Keep on liftin', liftin' me higher
So good, good lovin' somebody
And somebody loves you back
It's so good needin' somebody
And somebody needs you back
We can build a world of love, a life of joy
Make our goal each other's happiness
I will do for you anything that I can
Oh, everyday I wanna do a little more
Do a little more, just a little bit more
It's so good, good lovin' somebody
And somebody loves you back and that's a fact
It's so good wantin' somebody
And somebody wants you back
Said it's so good
Oh ho, to be loved and be loved in return
It's the only thing that my heart desires
Just appreciate the little things I do
Oh, you're the one who's got me inspired
Keep on liftin', liftin' me higher
So good lovin' somebody
And somebody loves you back and that's a fact
It's so good needin' somebody
And somebody needs you back
Said now 70-30
Now 60-40
Talkin' 'bout a 50-50 love
Said it's so good lovin' somebody
And that somebody loves you back, yeah
Said not 70-30
Not 60-40
Talkin' 'bout a 50-50 love, yeah
It's so good, good lovin' somebody
And somebody loves you back
It's so good, good
I'm so glad that there's you
I've experienced over and over again when
I've given 80 percent and she's given 20 percent
Now she's givin' 70 percent and I'm givin' 30
But you just don't know how it feels to have somebody
That you can share your life
Somebody that you don't mind talkin' to
Somebody that you don't mind goin' down the middle of the road
I know a lot of guys today they wish they had somebody just like you
I don't know when the last time I told you
But girl, you make me so very happy
I think we've got something that a lot of people don't seem to have
Talkin' 'bout a 50-50 love, yeah



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Gertrude Bowler

It’s 2023 and this music is still on point! Timeless!

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Rocking to the lyrics,right now on a Sunday evening

Deidra Greer

That's right

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Great music will never get too old or die.
And the stories they tell will hold true in every generation

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Elga Wynn

It's so sad they don't make music like this anymore. Definitely a treasure. ❤️

Beatrice Moore

You’re so freaking right! And the orchestra in the mix rounds it out🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

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IVINE AND PRICELESS*🎼🖤🎼

Teal X

Real, talent! Song with real meaning! His ending testimony, just seals the deal!!!

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