I need a lady, not somebody shady
Need someone to be close to
Somebody cozy, not somebody nosy
Help me see my whole day through
Someone to share the load
Somebody to walk the road I live on, live
Good Lord send me, good Lord mend me
Send me down someone for me
Said I won’t be choosy, you could send me a floosy
Send me anybody you please
Somebody say you will
Somebody further still
Somebody, some, somebody for me
Now won’t you send me somebody?
Yeah, somebody
Won’t you send me somebody?
Now won’t you send me somebody?
Well, call for somebody
Scream loud and bloody
Call woman, woman, come on to me
Save for tomorrow
Share all your sorrow
Misery enjoys company
Yes it does, yes it does
Yearning for Genuine Connection
“Somebody” by Aerosmith delves into the universal longing for companionship and understanding. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of seeking a partner who offers warmth and sincerity, not just a fleeting or superficial relationship. The narrator expresses the vulnerability of wanting someone to share life’s burdens and joys, highlighting the desire for emotional intimacy rather than empty company. The urgency and plea in the chorus amplify the sense of loneliness and hope for a meaningful bond, resonating with anyone who’s searched for true connection.
Song Credits
Songwriters: Steven Tyler, Steven Emspak
Release Year: 1973
Label: Columbia Records