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Sting
Lyrics for Song: If You Love Somebody Set Them Free
Lyrics for Album: The Dream Of The Blue Turtles
Free, free, set them free
Free, free, set them free
Free, free, set them free
If you need somebody
Call my name
If you want someone
You can do the same
If you want to keep something precious
You got to lock it up and throw away the key
If you want to hold onto your possession
Don't even think about me
If you love somebody
If you love someone
If you love somebody
If you love someone, set them free
Set them free
Set them free
Set them free
If it's a mirror you want
Just look into my eyes
Or a whipping boy
Someone to despise
Or a prisoner in the dark
Tied up in chains you just can't see
Or a beast in a gilded cage
That's all some people ever want to be
If you love somebody
If you love someone
If you love somebody
If you love someone, set them free
Set them free
Set them free
Set them free
You can't control an independent heart
Can't tear the one you love apart
Forever conditioned to believe that we can't live
We can't live here and be happy with less
So many riches
So many souls
With everything we see that we want to possess
If you need somebody
Call my name
If you want someone
You can do the same
If you want to keep something precious
You got to lock it up and throw away the key
You want to hold onto your possession
Don't even think about me
If you love somebody
If you love someone
If you love somebody
If you love someone, set them free
Set them free
Set them free
Set them free
Set them free
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If You Love Somebody Set Them Free
Released on The Dream Of The Blue Turtles, this track stands as a defining moment in Sting's early career, blending folk-rock sensibilities with a distinct British pop sensibility. The recording captures the raw energy of his debut era, featuring a signature acoustic guitar-driven arrangement that underscores themes of personal responsibility and emotional consequence. While the song has not achieved the massive commercial chart dominance of his later hits, it remains a critical staple of his discography, showcasing his ability to craft introspective narratives that resonate deeply with listeners. The composition reflects the transitional period in his musical journey, bridging the gap between his punk-influenced beginnings and the polished pop-rock sound that would characterize his subsequent work. It is often cited by fans as an essential listen for understanding the evolution of his artistic voice and the specific cultural context of early 1980s Britain. |
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| Album Lyrics: The Dream Of The Blue Turtles |
 Sting
"The Dream Of The Blue Turtles"
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