Somebody To Love

Jefferson Airplane

About Somebody To Love

"Somebody to Love" (originally titled "Someone to Love") is a rock song that was written by Darby Slick. It was originally recorded by The Great Society, and later by Jefferson Airplane. Rolling Stone magazine ranked Jefferson Airplane's version No. 274 on their list of the 500 Greatest Songs of All Time.


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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 bread

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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Jefferson Airplane

Jefferson Airplane was an American rock band formed in San Francisco in 1965. A pioneer of the psychedelic rock movement, Jefferson Airplane was the first band from the San Francisco scene to achieve mainstream commercial and critical success. more »

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Written by: Darby R. Slick

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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.
First Recording
The first recording of the song was done by "The Great Society" and was much slower and more folk-oriented.
Transition to Jefferson Airplane
After "The Great Society" disbanded, Grace Slick joined "Jefferson Airplane" and brought the song with her, which would then be recorded by the band.
Difference in Versions
The version of "Somebody to Love" recorded by "Jefferson Airplane" was a more aggressive and electric version, which helped in its popularity.
Release Date
"Somebody to Love" by "Jefferson Airplane" was released in 1967 on their album "Surrealistic Pillow".
Chart Success
The song peaked at No. 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 charts.
Legacy
"Somebody to Love" remains one of the defining songs of the flower power counterculture era and the Summer of Love in San Francisco.
In Pop Culture
The song has been featured in multiple movies, television series, and advertising campaigns, helping solidify the song as a classic rock staple.
Cover Versions
Many artists, including Jim Carrey, have covered "Somebody to Love".
Grammy Hall of Fame
In 1998, "Somebody to Love" was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame.

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