somebody to love
Unknown vs. Boogie Pimps Lyrics

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Don't you want
Don't you want
Don't you want
Don't you want

Don't you want
Don't you want
Don't you want

Don't you want

Don't you want somebody to love
Don't you need somebody to love
Wouldn't you love somebody to love
You better find somebody to love

Don't you want
Don't you want
Don't you want
Don't you want

Don't you want
Don't you want
Don't you want
Don't you want

Don't you want somebody to love
Don't you need somebody to love
Wouldn't you love somebody to love
You better find somebody to love

When the truth is found to be lies
And all the joy within you dies

Don't you want
Don't you want
Don't you want
Don't you want

Don't you want
Don't you want
Don't you want
Don't you want

Don't you want somebody to love
Don't you need somebody to love

Wouldn't you love somebody to love
You better find somebody to love

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "Somebody To Love" by Unknown vs. Boogie Pimps reflect the basic human need for love and companionship. The repetition of "Don't you want" and "Don't you need" emphasizes the urgency of this need, while the line "You better find somebody to love" suggests that this need must be fulfilled to find happiness and meaning in life.

The second verse touches on the pain and disillusionment that can come from putting your trust in someone, only to find out that they have been dishonest or insincere. The line "When the truth is found to be lies, and all the joy within you dies" captures the sense of betrayal and disappointment that can accompany such experiences, adding weight to the urgency expressed in the chorus.

Overall, the song's simple yet powerful lyrics capture the universal desire for love and connection, while acknowledging the risks and challenges that come with opening oneself up to another person.

Line by Line Meaning

Don't you want
A rhetorical question asking the listener if they truly wish for something

Don't you need
A rhetorical question asking the listener if they require something in their life

Wouldn't you love
A rhetorical question suggesting the listener would greatly enjoy or appreciate something

You better find somebody to love
A statement suggesting that the listener should actively seek out a romantic partner to love and be loved by

When the truth is found to be lies
An acknowledgement that sometimes what we believe to be true can be deceptive or untrue

And all the joy within you dies
A description of the feeling of emptiness or sadness that can come from discovering a lie or deceit

Don't you want somebody to love
A repetition of the earlier question, emphasizing the desire for companionship and affection

Don't you need somebody to love
Another repetition of the question, emphasizing the importance of love and connection in our lives

Wouldn't you love somebody to love
A third repetition of the question, stressing the idea that love is something that everyone desires

You better find somebody to love
A reiteration of the earlier statement, highlighting the importance of actively seeking out love and not settling for a life without it

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Darby R. Slick

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