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Classic "Old School", R & B/Soul/Funk Fusion Pioneers featured Lionel Richie prior to his breakout solo career in the early 1980's.
Lady
The Commodores Lyrics
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And maybe you're gonna change my life around
You came to me when I was lonely and no one cared
You made me see that I was only, just runnin' scared
I saw your face and somethin' told me, you were the one
You smiled at me and now I see: my life's begun
Up when I'm down
(And maybe you're gonna change my life around)
Gonna change my life around, yeah
Lady, you brought me in from out the rain, yeah
Maybe my life will never be the same
Once I was filled with desperation, a solitary man
You gave me hope and inspiration, like only true love can
Now I believe in what you're sayin', I'm ten feet tall
This love don't need no explainin', we've got it all
(Lady, you bring me up when I'm down)
Up when I'm down
And maybe (Maybe you're gonna change my life around)
La la la la la la
La la la la la la
Na na na na na na na
Na na na na na na
Na na na na na na
Na na na na la la la la la
Whoa lady, you bring me up when I'm down
Up when I'm down
(And maybe, yeah, you're gonna change my life around)
Gonna change my life around, yeah
Lady, pretty lady, you brought me in from out the rain
And maybe my life will never be the same
It'll never be the same, yeah
Lady, woo, you bring me up when I'm down,
Up when I'm down
(And maybe, maybe you're gonna change my life around)
Yeah, yeah, yeah (ooo)
Lady
(Lady, you bring me up when I'm down)
(And maybe you're gonna change my life around woo)
(Lady)
(Woo Lady)
(You bring me up when I'm down)
The Commodores, a famous American soul and funk band, released their hit single, "Lady," in 1981. This song is a romantic anthem that speaks of the power of love to change a person's life. The song's lyrics describe a lonely man who meets a lady who brings him up when he's down and shows him the meaning of true love. The song suggests that this lady has the potential to change his life for the better.
The lyrics of the song convey a sense of hope and optimism, with the singer describing how the lady brought him in from out of the rain and gave him hope and inspiration. The singer feels ten feet tall because of the lady's love and the hope she has given him. The beauty of the song is in its simplicity and the fact that it captures the essence of the feeling of being in love.
There are several interpretations of the song, with many people believing that it was written about Lionel Richie's wife at the time. However, the song's writer, Harold Hudson, has said that it was written for his wife. Regardless of the inspiration behind the song, it remains a classic love song that has stood the test of time.
Line by Line Meaning
Lady, you bring me up when I'm down,
This woman is consistently lifting me up and giving me hope when times are tough
And maybe you're gonna change my life around
By being a positive influence, this person has the potential to transform my life for the better
You came to me when I was lonely and no one cared
This person appeared in my life during a time of despair when I felt like no one cared about me
You made me see that I was only, just runnin' scared
They helped me realize that my fears were holding me back and preventing me from being happy
I saw your face and somethin' told me, you were the one
Upon seeing this person's face, I had an instinctual feeling that they were going to be important in my life
You smiled at me and now I see: my life's begun
This person's smile gave me a sense of optimism and inspired me to start living my life to the fullest
Lady, you brought me in from out the rain, yeah
This person provided shelter for me during a difficult time
Maybe my life will never be the same
As a result of this person's influence, my life has been forever changed
You gave me hope and inspiration, like only true love can
This person's love gave me a sense of hope and inspiration that I had never experienced before
Now I believe in what you're sayin', I'm ten feet tall
This person's words have given me an immense sense of confidence and self-worth
This love don't need no explainin', we've got it all
Our love is so powerful that it doesn't require any explanation, as we have everything we need in each other
Whoa lady, you bring me up when I'm down
This person continues to support and uplift me no matter what
Lady, pretty lady, you brought me in from out the rain
This woman has protected me from harm and provided a safe space for me to grow
And maybe my life will never be the same
This person has been so influential in my life that I will never be the same as I was before I met them
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ALBERT VERNON HUDSON, DAVE JR. ROBERSON, KEVIN DUANE MCCORD
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@Tonyzales
Being a 90s baby and a son of a single mom born in the 70s I am very grateful for getting to hear these awesome songs. She passed in 2018 due to liver cancer but I will always remember her for sharing this with me 😌 thank you mom ❤
@karinberonius8799
It's great when you get to share your favourite songs with another generation, younger and older. The best part is that the music we've shared always brings back fond memories.
@dnjdhhyyrygtubcgcfct
My mom took me to see the Commodores and Lionel solo. I am thankful she taught us to be kind. She had soul in her spirit. ❤
@JAMESMOM1989
Your mom sounds like a sweet , caring and loving person.
@warrickterry4742
In the nicest way possible, I'm so jealous!
@lauracline8865
That is really hard to do really it is the way a lot of humans are myself I hate more humans then I like them but my daddy blowed his wife's head off so that was my daddy so take it from there
@lauracline8865
Some people you can't be good to so I don't try really I dontt
@veronicatorrejon2465
Genia tu mamá 🎉
@rodneybrazier3325
I love how positive and upbeat this song is. I can't speak for anyone else, but I sure miss the Commodores.
@AutumnIsBrenda
Me Too ❤