Could You Be Loved
Ziggy Marley Lyrics


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Could you be loved and be loved?
Could you be loved and be loved?

Don't let them fool ya,
Or even try to school ya! Oh, no!
We've got a mind of our own,
So go to hell if what you're thinking is not right!
Love would never leave us alone,
Ayin the darkness there must come out to light.

Could you be loved and be loved?
Could you be loved, wo now! and be loved?

(The road of life is rocky and you may stumble too,
So while you point your fingers someone else is judging you)
Love your brotherman!
(Could you be could you be could you be loved?
Could you be could you be loved?
Could you be could you be could you be loved?
Could you be could you be loved?)

Don't let them change ya, oh!
Or even rearrange ya! Oh, no!
We've got a life to live.
They say: only only
Only the fittest of the fittest shall survive
Stay alive! Eh!

Could you be loved and be loved?
Could you be loved, wo now! and be loved?

(You ain't gonna miss your water until your well runs dry;
No matter how you treat him, the man will never be satisfied.)
Say something! (Could you be could you be could you be loved?
Could you be could you be loved?)
Say something! Say something!
(Could you be could you be could you be loved?)
Say something! (Could you be could you be loved?)
Say something! Say something! (Say something!)
Say something! Say something! (Could you be loved?)
Say something! Say something! Reggae, reggae!
Say something! Rockers, rockers!
Say something! Reggae, reggae!
Say something! Rockers, rockers!
Say something! (Could you be loved?)
Say something! Uh!
Say something! Come on!
Say something! (Could you be could you be could you be loved?)
Say something! (Could you be could you be loved?)




Say something! (Could you be could you be could you be loved?)
Say something! (Could you be could you be loved?)

Overall Meaning

In this song, Ziggy Marley asks a question that is as profound as it is simple - "Could you be loved and be loved?" This question is repeated several times throughout the song, with Marley exploring different nuances and angles with each repetition. What do these words really mean? For starters, they're a celebration of love and all the different forms it can take - brotherly love, romantic love, universal love and self-love. More than that, however, the lyrics are a call to action. They're urging us to be open to love - not just the kind we give and receive in relationships, but also the love we extend to ourselves and the wider world. Marley warns against allowing others to judge us or tell us what to think, and implores us to stay true to our own minds and hearts. This may seem like a simple message, but it's one that is always relevant - in a world that is often hostile to love, Marley's words are a powerful reminder of what really matters.


One of the interesting facts about this song is that it was released in 1980 as part of Bob Marley and the Wailers' "Uprising" album. Despite not being a single, "Could You Be Loved" received widespread critical acclaim, and remains one of Bob Marley's most iconic songs to this day. The song was written by Bob Marley himself, and the decision to include it on the album was a contentious one - some members of the Wailers felt it was too lightweight and poppy for the rest of the album, while others saw it as a welcome change of pace from the more politically charged songs that dominated the rest of the record. Whatever the case may be, it's clear that "Could You Be Loved" struck a chord with audiences around the world - perhaps because, as Ziggy Marley's cover version reveals, the song's message is just as relevant today as it was over 40 years ago.


Another interesting fact about "Could You Be Loved" is that the song's chorus was originally inspired by a conversation Bob Marley had with a group of Rastafarian brethren. According to Marley, the brethren were discussing the importance of love and asking each other whether they were capable of giving and receiving it. When Marley heard the phrase "could you be loved and be loved?" he knew he had the basis for a great song. The song was later recorded in Miami's Criteria Studios, which had long been a destination for some of the biggest names in music. Although Marley's health was declining at the time of recording, he still managed to deliver an unforgettable vocal performance that helped make the song a timeless classic.


Chords (as played by Ziggy Marley):
Intro: Em - D - Am - B7 (Repeat 4x)
Verse: Em - D - Am - B7 (Repeat 4x)
Chorus: C - G - Am - F - C - G - Em - D (Repeat 2x)


Line by Line Meaning

Could you be loved and be loved?
Are you capable of both loving and being loved?


Could you be loved and be loved?
Are you willing to receive love as well as give it?


Don't let them fool ya,
Don't allow others to deceive you


Or even try to school ya! Oh, no!
Or attempt to indoctrinate you against your will


We've got a mind of our own,
We have our own thoughts and opinions


So go to hell if what you're thinking is not right!
So disregard those who disagree with your honest beliefs


Love would never leave us alone,
Love will always be present, even in times of darkness


Ayin the darkness there must come out to light.
Eventually, hope and positivity will emerge from difficult situations


Could you be loved and be loved?
Are you capable of truly giving and receiving love?


Could you be loved, wo now! and be loved?
Would you welcome being loved with open arms?


(The road of life is rocky and you may stumble too,
Life isn't always smooth sailing; we all face challenges


So while you point your fingers someone else is judging you)
So don't judge others for their struggles when you have your own


Love your brotherman!
Show compassion and kindness to those around you


(Could you be could you be could you be loved?
Could you allow yourself to receive and give love?


Could you be could you be loved?
Could you?


Could you be could you be could you be loved?
Again, could you allow yourself to receive and give love?


Could you be could you be loved?
Could you?


Don't let them change ya, oh!
Don't let the world change who you are at your core


Or even rearrange ya! Oh, no!
Or attempt to reconfigure the essence of who you are


We've got a life to live.
We all have our own unique journey to experience


They say: only only
People say that only


Only the fittest of the fittest shall survive
Only the strongest will persevere


Stay alive! Eh!
Remain strong and persevere through hardship


Could you be loved and be loved?
Reiterating the question of whether you are capable of giving and receiving love


Could you be loved, wo now! and be loved?
Reiterating the importance of being open to receiving love


(You ain't gonna miss your water until your well runs dry;
You won't realize what you had until it's gone


No matter how you treat him, the man will never be satisfied.)
No matter how much you give, some people will never be happy


Say something! (Could you be could you be could you be loved?
Encouraging listeners to speak up, be heard, and to allow themselves to give and receive love


Say something! Say something!
Continuing the previous line's message and encouraging action


Say something! (Could you be could you be loved?)
Once again, asking listeners to embrace love


Say something! Say something! Reggae, reggae!
General exhortation and a bit of fun


Say something! Rockers, rockers!
More encouragement from Ziggy Marley


Say something! Reggae, reggae!
Reinforcing the Reggae motif of the song


Say something! Rockers, rockers!
Reinforcing the Rock 'n' Roll-esque theme of the song


Say something! (Could you be loved?)
Final encouragement to connect with love


Say something! Uh!
More fun and encouragement from Ziggy Marley


Say something! Come on!
Ziggy Marley is willing listeners to take action


Say something! (Could you be could you be could you be loved?)
A final call to action and closing reinforcement of the song's overall message


Say something! (Could you be could you be loved?)
One last time - could you?




Lyrics ยฉ Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Bob Marley

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Comments from YouTube:

@obiman2822

La mรบsica del profeta Bob Marley vive en cada uno de sus hijos y ahora en sus nietos y los que vienen. Bob alla arriba en Zion escuchando su legado.๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ

@makhanu91

He sounds just like his Dad, him and family have kept not ONLY Bob's but there whole FAMILY Legacy going and for years to come. Much respect and love from all over the world and i'd speak for my own country KENYA all is not well with us and this song be PERFECT for us as a nation right now. Long Live the MARLEY'S [2k20] โœŒ๐Ÿพ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ–ค๐Ÿ

@randalllakeworth3134

BOB DID IT BETTER!

@kalenae6074

Say somethin.. what ya want me to say.. say somethin..๐ŸŽถ๐ŸŽต๐ŸŽถ๐ŸŽต. They all sound sooooo good. Jammin out. The drums, the vibes... Pure reggae happiness. ๐Ÿ’š

@dorrettebutler9394

Like father like son ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ฒโ™ฅ๏ธ๐Ÿ’›๐Ÿ’š๐Ÿ”ฅ

@bern7584

Wow, great atmosphere....this concert is well filmed and the sound is fantastic!!!

@amykoehler2618

You are the best Mr. Marley. Your positive vibes are such a blessing!!!!

@kayondoaziz2042

the legacy of Bob marley goes on

@saviofaleiro9196

Bob Marley the legend. Tribute to him by his children.

@joycenasc_

Maravilhoso!

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