Everybody Needs Somebody
The Blues Brothers
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Everybody needs somebody Everybody needs somebody to love Someone to love (Someone to love) Sweetheart to miss (Sweetheart to miss) Sugar to kiss (Sugar to kiss) I need you, you, you I need you, you, you I need you, you, you in the morning I need you, you, you when my soul's on fire Sometimes I feel, I feel a little sad inside When my baby mistreats me, I never never have a place to hide, I need you! Sometimes I feel, I feel a little sad inside When my baby mistreats me, I never never have a place to hide, I need you, You, you! I need you, you, you! I need you, you, you! I need you, you, you! You know people when you do find somebody, hold that woman, hold that Man, love him, hold him, squeeze her, please her, hold, squeeze and Please that person, give 'em all your love, signify your feelings with Every gentle caress, because it's so important to have the special Somebody to hold, kiss, miss, squeeze, and please. Everybody needs somebody Everybody needs somebody to love Someone to love (Someone to love) Sweetheart to miss (Sweetheart to miss) Sugar to kiss (Sugar to kiss) I need you, you, you I need you, you, you I need you, you, you in the morning I need you, you, you when my soul's on fire
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Written by: LAWRENCE KRSONE PARKER, EDWARD THEODORE RILEY, RANDY MULLER, CLIFTON NATHANIEL CHASE, EDWARD G. FLETCHER, MELVIN GLOVER, SYLVIA ROBINSON, CHAUNCEY ANDRE HANNIBAL, MARKELL DEMONT RILEY
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"Everybody Needs Somebody to Love" is a popular song first recorded by American R&B artist Solomon Burke. The Blues Brothers covered the song in their 1980 movie, "The Blues Brothers," hence it’s often associated with them.
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Movie AppearanceThe Blues Brothers' version of "Everybody Needs Somebody to Love" was notably performed in the climax of the movie, adding to its appeal and recognition.
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Band MembersThe Blues Brothers are a band made up of comedy actors Dan Aykroyd and John Belushi, who performed the song as their characters Jake and Elwood Blues.
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Chart SuccessDespite the popularity of the song, it never charted in the United States. However, it did reach #33 in the Netherlands in 1989.
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Signature SongThe song is often regarded as The Blues Brothers' signature song because it cemented their image as soulful, energetic performers.
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Initial ReleaseThe song was initially released as part of the "The Blues Brothers: Music from the Soundtrack" album, which was a critical and commercial success.
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Live PerformancesThe song has been performed many times in various Blues Brothers' shows, often serving as the climax to their performances.
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R&B Roots"Everybody Needs Somebody to Love" is a classic example of the type of R&B music that served as the foundation for The Blues Brothers' sound.
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RedistributionThe Blues Brothers' version of "Everybody Needs Somebody to Love" has been redistributed in many other albums and compilation CDs, further heightening its exposure and popularity.
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Timeless AppealEven after 40 years, the song continues to be played in nightclubs, bars, and at parties, highlighting its timeless appeal and enduring popularity.
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