I Got You
UB40 & Chrissie Hynde Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
Won't find out till we grow
Well I don't know why that's true
'Cause you got me baby, I got you
Babe, I got you babe, I got you, babe
They say our love won't pay the rent
I guess that's so, we don't have a lot
But at least I'm sure of all the things we got
Babe, I got you babe, I got you, babe
I got flowers in the spring
I got you, to wear my ring
And when I'm sad, you're a clown
And if I get scared you're always around
So let they say your hair's too long
I don't care, with you I can't go wrong
Then put your warm little hand in mine
There ain't no hill or mountain we can't climb
Babe, I got you babe, I got you babe, I got you babe
I got you to hold my hand
I got you to understand
I got you to walk with me
I got you to talk with
I got you to kiss goodnight
I got you to hold me tight
I got you I won't let go
I got you to love me so
I got you, babe
The song "I Got You Babe" is about two young lovers who are confident that they have found true love. The first verse challenges societal norms that suggest young people are incapable of understanding love until they grow older. The couple is sure they have found each other and that their love is real. The chorus emphasizes this point, with the repeated phrase "I got you babe" expressing the strength of their bond.
The second verse tackles economic worries faced by young couples. They might not have a lot of money or be able to afford everything they want, but they have each other and that is enough. The couple's happiness is not conditional on material possessions, but on their love for one another. The final verse cements their devotion to each other, listing all of the things they have together that make life worth living. They are committed to each other in every way, including holding hands, talking, and being there for each other in difficult times.
Overall, the song celebrates the deep love that two people can have for each other, despite external pressures and challenges. It shows that love can be simple, but incredibly strong and powerful.
Line by Line Meaning
They say we're young and we don't know
People claim that we are young and naive, lacking the experience to comprehend the world around us.
Won't find out till we grow
The truth of these assumptions won't reveal itself until we mature and develop more perspective.
Well I don't know why that's true
I am uncertain about the accuracy of those assumptions.
'Cause you got me baby, I got you
Nevertheless, having you by my side makes me feel confident and reassured.
Babe, I got you babe, I got you, babe.
You are my partner in this journey, and I am grateful for your presence and love.
They say our love won't pay the rent
Others argue that our love is insufficient to fulfill our material needs.
Before it's earn'd our money's always spent
Money becomes scarce even before it is earned due to our spending habits.
I guess that's so, we don't have a lot
I concede that our financial situation is not ideal, and we don't possess much wealth.
But at least I'm sure of all the things we got
Despite our economic struggles, I am confident that we have each other and a deep, abiding love.
I got flowers in the spring
I receive beautiful blossoms during the season of spring.
I got you, to wear my ring
You have agreed to be with me, wearing a symbol of our unity and commitment.
And when I'm sad, you're a clown
When I am feeling down or discouraged, you provide joy and levity with your humor.
And if I get scared you're always around
Your presence gives me comfort and security, even when I am afraid.
So let they say your hair's too long
Others may criticize your appearance or behavior, such as wearing long hair in defiance of societal norms.
I don't care, with you I can't go wrong
Those opinions do not matter because I trust in our relationship and know that I am making the right choice by loving you.
Then put your warm little hand in mine
Take my hand and join me on this journey through life.
There ain't no hill or mountain we can't climb
Together, we can conquer any obstacle or challenge that comes our way.
I got you to hold my hand
I have you to hold my hand and offer support.
I got you to understand
You comprehend me in a way that no one else can.
I got you to walk with me
You accompany me on this journey called life.
I got you to talk with
I have someone to share my thoughts and feelings with.
I got you to kiss goodnight
Every night I share a kiss with you, which is always a happy and comforting event.
I got you to hold me tight
You hold me close and provide a sense of safety and comfort.
I got you I won't let go
I will never let you go or lose you.
I got you to love me so
I am loved by you, and that is the most important thing in the world.
I got you, babe
You are my one and only, and I am lucky to have you.
Lyrics © Kanjian Music, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Sonny Bono
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@robertoswu
Yo! People, people! For all the listeners of this song in 2024! If you like it, give a shout for all of us in the comments! One of the cool😎est songs (cover) from the UB40! In my opinion... Stay strong brothers and sisters! 💪🏻❤️
@edmaphis9805
Here.
@joseluisrascon8307
Aquí estamos, desde Ensenada, México!!
@barryjudge3417
Will never die
@rafaelfernandez725
shoutout… just saw Chrissie playing with Paul Mccartney “Oh Darling” and it sent me right away here to this master piece
@robertoswu
@@rafaelfernandez725 good stuff bro!👍🏻👌
@tanzagowe128
We don't look for old music . We look for memories they carry . Great song
@percynjeri399
Sure
@dianne1999
Very true
@LSingh-hu6ml
It's not called old. It's classic