I Got You Babe
The Bahamas Lyrics


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I sang loud
My voice cut through the crowd
As if I was anybody that might have something to say
Standing tall I seemed a know it all
But the only thing I know is
That I've never known someone like you
I'm gonna figure out how it is
I got you
I got you babe
I held you
And I lost you

Time stood still
And I had my fill
Of all the things we did
And all the things we could have done
Looking back would you
Cut me some slack
For all the times I left you
When I should have stayed right by your side
I'm gonna figure out how it is

I got you
I got you babe




I held you
And I lost you

Overall Meaning

In the song "I Got You Babe" by The Bahamas, the singer reflects on a past relationship and expresses regret for not being there for the person they loved. In the first verse, the singer describes how they used to sing loudly in public, trying to project an image of confidence and knowledge, but the only thing they truly knew was that they had never met someone like their former partner. In the chorus, the singer affirms that they once had their love, and they lost it. Time "stood still" and they indulged in whatever they could do together, but now the singer is left with feelings of guilt for not sticking around through thick and thin.


In the second verse, the singer wonders if their former partner could "cut [them] some slack" for leaving too soon. They feel remorseful for all the times they walked away when they should have stayed, and are now determined to "figure out how it is". The chorus repeats, emphasizing that the singer had their former partner, but they no longer do.


The song encapsulates the emotions of regret and longing, as the singer comes to terms with what they lost. The lyrics are relatable to anyone who has had to deal with the end of a relationship and reflects on the things they should have done differently.


Line by Line Meaning

I sang loud
I sang loudly, projecting my voice so that it was heard by everyone


My voice cut through the crowd
My voice was distinct enough to cut through the noise of the surrounding crowd


As if I was anybody that might have something to say
I sang with a confidence and conviction that made it seem like my words had weight and meaning


Standing tall I seemed a know it all
My posture and demeanor gave off an air of confidence that could be mistaken for arrogance or know-it-all behavior


But the only thing I know is
Despite appearing confident, I'm actually unsure and inexperienced in many areas of life


That I've never known someone like you
You're unique and special in a way that I've never experienced in anyone else I've known


I'm gonna figure out how it is
I'm committed to understanding and appreciating your special qualities


I got you
I have you, in the sense that I understand and appreciate you


I got you babe
I have your love, companionship, and unique qualities that make you who you are


I held you
I held onto our relationship and the special connection we share


And I lost you
Unfortunately, I may have failed to appreciate your worth and lost your love and companionship


Time stood still
Our time together was so special that it seemed to pause time, making it last longer than it actually did


And I had my fill
I enjoyed and savored every moment of our time together


Of all the things we did
I cherish all of the experiences we shared together


And all the things we could have done
I also regret not having more experiences and opportunities with you


Looking back would you
If I could go back and do things differently


Cut me some slack
Would you forgive me for my mistakes and shortcomings?


For all the times I left you
I regret leaving you at times when I should have stayed with you


When I should have stayed right by your side
I should have been more committed and present in our relationship




Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC
Written by: Afie Jurvanen

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

@nancybushey

I sang loud
My voice cut through the crowd
As if I was anybody that might have something to say
Standing tall I seemed a know it all
But the only thing I know is
That I've never known someone like you
I'm gonna figure out how it is
I got you
I got you babe
I held you
And I lost you
Time stood still
And I had my fill
Of all the things we did
And all the things we could have done
Looking back would you
Cut me some slack
For all the times I left you
When I should have stayed right by your side
I'm gonna figure out how it is
I got you
I got you babe
I held you
And I lost you



All comments from YouTube:

@ImpishBratt

the guy dancing on the beach reminds me of a neighbor that died a while back. He was a cool guy. So this video gets extra love.

@LeeSmokeyday

it took 14 seconds & I already added it to my favorites

@vasilshkutov2890

The guitar solo at the end just kills me!

@88hunky

This is so good. I really thought it was gonna be a Sonny and Cher cover. I was pleasantly delighted.

@leahpersonmakevideos

Saw them as one of the opening acts at a jack johnson concert this summer! Loved them!

@dabbadoodle

Berkeley?

@leahpersonmakevideos

Nope, WA. :)

@dabbadoodle

Oh well, I saw them with jack in berkeley and they were amazing. Cheers

@snyderjason14

me too! at UCSD for me

@therisingtideofficialband6691

Capt Cheesy i saw them at berkeley too great concert

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