I Want to Be Loved
The Rolling Stones & Muddy Waters Lyrics

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The spark in your eye sets my soul on fire
Your voice is like a angel's above
The touch of your hand drives me insane
But baby, I want's to be loved

I'm crazy 'bout every little, thing you do
I cherish the way you hug
Your kisses so sweet, they just can't be beat

But baby, I want's to be loved

Every time I ask ya, for a date
You don't come at all or you mighty late
I ask you to dance, a little spin
You said "wait a minute, daddy, here come my friend"

I like the way you walk when you passin' by
Even when you tryin' to snub
You kill me every time you give me the eye
But baby, I want's to be loved

Every time I ask ya, for a date
You don't come at all or you mighty late
I ask you to dance, a little spin
You said "wait a minute, daddy, here come my friend"

I like the way you walk when you passin' by
Even when you tryin' to snub

You kill me every time you give me the eye
But baby, I want's to be loved

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "I Want To Be Loved" by The Rolling Stones and Muddy Waters express the deep longing and desire for love from a specific person. The singer is captivated by the other person's presence and finds their voice to be angelic. They are driven to madness by the touch of their hand. Despite all these intense feelings, there is a sense of yearning, as the singer states that they want to be loved by this person.

The singer is infatuated with every little thing the person does, cherishing their hugs and finding their kisses incomparable. However, there is frustration because every time they ask for a date, the person either doesn't show up or comes late. When the singer asks them to dance, they are met with a dismissal as the person says they are waiting for a friend.

Even in moments of rejection, the singer still finds themselves attracted to the person. They appreciate the way they walk, even when they are trying to ignore them. The person's glance has the power to "kill" the singer, yet their desire to be loved remains strong.

Overall, the lyrics convey the intense longing for love and affection, even in the face of mixed signals and rejection. It captures the vulnerability and yearning that often accompany unrequited love.

Line by Line Meaning

The spark in your eye sets my soul on fire
The intense passion and connection I feel when I see the twinkle in your eye ignites a burning desire within me

Your voice is like a angel's above
The sound of your voice is so heavenly and captivating, it brings me a sense of awe and wonder

The touch of your hand drives me insane
When you touch me, it arouses such intense emotions and sensations that it overwhelms my senses and drives me to an almost crazy state

But baby, I want's to be loved
Despite the aforementioned admiration and desire I have for you, ultimately all I truly want is to be loved by you

I'm crazy 'bout every little, thing you do
I am completely infatuated and obsessed with every single thing you do, no matter how small or insignificant it may seem

I cherish the way you hug
The way you embrace me is something I hold dear and treasure deeply, it brings me a sense of comfort and security

Your kisses so sweet, they just can't be beat
The sweetness and tenderness of your kisses are unrivaled and unbeatable, they are beyond compare

But baby, I want's to be loved
Once again, amidst all the wonderful things you do, what I truly long for is your love and affection

Every time I ask ya, for a date
Whenever I request your company for a social outing or gathering

You don't come at all or you mighty late
You either never show up or arrive considerably late, causing disappointment and frustration

I ask you to dance, a little spin
I invite you to dance with me, to share a moment of rhythmic movement and connection

You said 'wait a minute, daddy, here come my friend'
However, you respond with a delay, mentioning that you must first attend to or meet up with your friend, implying a lack of priority or interest in me

I like the way you walk when you passin' by
I am captivated by the way you move and carry yourself as you walk past me, it holds my attention and fascinates me

Even when you tryin' to snub
Even in moments when you intentionally ignore or disregard me, I still find myself drawn to you

You kill me every time you give me the eye
Each time you give me a seductive or flirtatious glance, it overwhelms and excites me to the point of feeling emotionally overwhelmed

But baby, I want's to be loved
Despite the pull and impact of these interactions, deep down, all I truly desire is your genuine love and affection

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Written by: WILLIE DIXON

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