Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood
Yusuf Islam (aka Cat Stevens) Lyrics
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If sometimes I feel a little mad
Don't you know no one alive can
Always be an angel
When things go wrong I seem a little sad
But I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
With a joy that's hard to hide
Sometimes seems that all I have is worry
And then you're bound to see my other side
But I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
If I seem edgy, I want you to know
That I never mean to take it out on you
Life has its problems and I get more
Than my share
But that's one thing I never mean to do
I don't mean it
People, don't you know I'm only human
Don't you know I have faults like any one
But sometimes I find myself alone regretting
Some little thing; some foolish thing
That I have done,
But I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
Don't let me be misunderstood
I'm just someone whose intentions are good
Don't let me be misunderstood,
Don't let me be misunderstood
In Yusuf Islam (aka Cat Stevens)'s song, "Don't Let Me Be Misunderstood," the singer is conveying a message of vulnerability and human fallibility. He acknowledges that he may have moments of anger or sadness, but that doesn't detract from his good intentions. The singer also highlights how people often have multifaceted personalities, where they can be joyful and carefree one moment and overcome with worry the next. He asks for understanding and compassion, and hopes that people don't misinterpret his actions and assume the worst of him.
Line by Line Meaning
People, do you understand me now,
Do you comprehend what I am trying to convey?
If sometimes I feel a little mad
If I'm acting irrational at times
Don't you know no one alive can
Always be an angel
No one can be perfect all the time
When things go wrong I seem a little sad
I may appear down when things negative happen
But I'm just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
I have positive motives, don't misinterpret me
You know sometimes, I'm so carefree
With a joy that's hard to hide
Occasionally, I'm exuberant and it shows in my demeanor
Sometimes seems that all I have is worry
And then you're bound to see my other side
When I'm anxious, you may notice a different part of me
If I seem edgy, I want you to know
That I never mean to take it out on you
If I appear tense, it's not directed towards you
Life has its problems and I get more
Than my share
I deal with more than an appropriate amount of life's issues
But that's one thing I never mean to do
I don't mean it
I never intend to cause harm or negativity
People, don't you know I'm only human
Don't you know I have faults like any one
I'm not perfect, I make mistakes like everyone else
But sometimes I find myself alone regretting
Some little thing; some foolish thing
That I have done,
At times, I'm upset with myself for making a minor or foolish mistake
Don't let me be misunderstood
I'm just someone whose intentions are good
Don't let me be misunderstood,
I hope you understand me and my sincere intentions
Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., CHRIS-N-JEN MUSIC
Written by: BENNIE BENJAMIN, GLORIA CALDWELL, SOL MARCUS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@drrafick
People, do you understand me now
Sometimes I feel a little mad
Well, don't you know that no-one alive
Can always be an angel
When things go wrong I seem to be bad
I'm just a soul who's intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
If I seem edgy, I want you to know
That I never meant to take it out on you
Life has it's problems and I've got my share
And that's one thing I never meant to do
'Cause I love you
Baby, don't you know I'm just human
And I've thoughts like any other man
And sometimes I find myself alone and regretting
Some foolish thing, some foolish thing I've done
But I'm just a soul who's intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
If I seem edgy, I want you to know
That I never meant to take it out on you
Life has it's problems and I've got my share
And that's one thing I never meant to do
'Cause I love you
Baby, don't you know I'm just human
And I've thoughts like any other man
But sometimes I find myself alone regretting
Some foolish thing, some foolish thing I've done
But I'm just a soul who's intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
'Cause I'm just a soul who's intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don't let me be misunderstood
Oh Lord, don't let me be misunderstood
Don't let me be, don't let me be misunderstood
No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no
@UnclePutin
The magic of cat Stevens is how the emotion comes through in his voice. It's so expressive.
@emadalzahid4626
This is one of my favorite performances of all time, I swear. The ending kills me.
@Dewdrop00
Outstanding
@maggieandbrophy1327
Our mom has been a fan of yours since the 70’s. She saw you in concert at MSG in New York - Majikat Tour I believe in 1976!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
@mandyjohnson1109
Every time I hear this my heart beats just that much faster,, He is the master troubadour of all time.
@JNogueira74
Wonderful version. Age doesn't seem to affect the amazing voice and incredible strength... Your songs have helped me many times on my life. Can't wait for finally see you live next July in Portugal, hope you play this one!!!
@hilalyesil141
Yusuf İslam the beauty of your heart is reflected in your face. This is really. Allah keep you on the right path and l wish all humanity to find the truth greetings from Turkey👏🌹and really nice song.
@brianbezett7976
NOW ..WE R OLD ...WE Live
@aliuzel4211
You are a precious gift to the world. Thanks god.
@iromorii
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