Somebody's Somebody
Prince
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Somebody's somebody Somewhere, someone It's to o'clock in the morning and I just can't sleep Outside the rain is pouring, I'm lonely as can be Maybe tonight'll be different than the nights before I need to feel someone beside me, I can't be alone no more [Chorus] Tonight I want to be somebody's somebody Tonight I want to belong to someone (Someone) Tonight I want to be somebody's somebody Tonight I want somebody that'll do it 'til the job gets done (Oh yeah) This big ol' world can be so empty livin' in it all alone I realize, in its best disguise, a pretty house don't make a home There's a hunger deep inside of me, how the fire burns I want to give good love to someone and get good love in return, oh [Chorus] Somebody's somebody Someone I want to be somebody's body Oh yes, oh yeah Someone to hold me in that hour midnight Someone to console me when things ain't goin' to right Someone to bring me dinner sometime, yeah (Mine, all mine) Somebody I can call all mine It's 2:05 in the morning and I got no one to call I'm longin' to hear another voice inside these lonely walls (Lonely walls) Maybe 2night'll be different (different) than the nights before (Maybe not) I need to feel someone beside me, I cannot be alone no more (No more, no more!) [Chorus: x2] Somebody's somebody I don't want to be alone, no no! I don't want to wait another day, no! I'll do it over and over and over and over, yeah! Oh, I don't want to wait, no! Can I belong to you, baby? Oh yeah! (I want to belong to someone) Oh, slow, deep and long Do me over and over and over and over (tonight I want to be somebody's somebody) Oh yeah If you're out there, come on, baby I'll keep it hot for you (tonight I want to be somebody's somebody) Come on, baby (tonight I want somebody that'll do it 'til the job gets done, oh yeah) Done Somebody's somebody
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Written by: BRENDA LEE EAGER, HILLIARD WILSON, PRINCE ROGERS NELSON
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
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12 facts about this song
Album Release"Somebody's Somebody" is a track from the "Emancipation" album that was released by Prince in 1996.
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Music VideoThe music video for 'Somebody's Somebody' is distinct because it was filmed in black and white, a contrast to the colourful style Prince generally preferred.
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Chart PerformanceThe song reached the top spot of the New Zealand Singles Chart in January 1997, showing its international appeal.
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Song InspirationPrince accounts that the song was inspired by his seek for a companion after his breakup with his wife, Mayte Garcia.
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Genre"Somebody's Somebody" falls under the category of R&B and soul, staying true to Prince's signature style.
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Song DurationThe track is one of the longest songs on the album, with a running time of approximately 4 minutes and 43 seconds.
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Production TeamThis song, like most of his music, was written, composed, and produced by Prince himself - evidencing his multi-faceted talent.
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Uniqueness of LyricsThe lyrics of "Somebody's Somebody" reflect an emotional journey of a lonely person trying to find a soulmate, symbolizing Prince's own life phase.
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Song CompositionThe song features classic Prince elements such as falsettos, guitar solos, and intricate drum patterns, making it a quintessential Prince song.
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Critical ReceptionCritics praised the song for its heartfelt lyrics and Prince’s performance, with many adding that it was one of the standout tracks on the Emancipation album.
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Featured ArtistsThe song features performances by members of the New Power Generation, Prince's backing band at the time.
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Album's Significance"Somebody's Somebody" is part of "Emancipation", which marked Prince's freedom from his Warner Bros. contract and began a new phase in his career.
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