Somebody to Love
Jefferson Airplane
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When the truth is found to be lies And all the joy within you dies 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 garden flowers, baby are dead, yes and Your mind, your mind is so full of red 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 Your eyes, I say your eyes may look like his Yeah, but in your head, baby, I'm afraid you don't know where it is 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 Tears are running down and down and down your breast And your friends, baby they treat you like a guest 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
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Written by: Darby R. Slick
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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10 facts about this song
Initial Creation"Somebody to Love" was originally a song written by Darby Slick of the band "The Great Society". He is the brother-in-law to the band's lead singer, Grace Slick.
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First RecordingThe first recording of the song was done by "The Great Society" and was much slower and more folk-oriented.
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Transition to Jefferson AirplaneAfter "The Great Society" disbanded, Grace Slick joined "Jefferson Airplane" and brought the song with her, which would then be recorded by the band.
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Difference in VersionsThe version of "Somebody to Love" recorded by "Jefferson Airplane" was a more aggressive and electric version, which helped in its popularity.
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Release Date"Somebody to Love" by "Jefferson Airplane" was released in 1967 on their album "Surrealistic Pillow".
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Chart SuccessThe song peaked at No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts.
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Legacy"Somebody to Love" remains one of the defining songs of the flower power counterculture era and the Summer of Love in San Francisco.
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In Pop CultureThe song has been featured in multiple movies, television series, and advertising campaigns, helping solidify the song as a classic rock staple.
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Cover VersionsMany artists, including Jim Carrey, have covered "Somebody to Love".
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Grammy Hall of FameIn 1998, "Somebody to Love" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.
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