Save Me Save Me

Dusty Springfield · Other Songs - Dusty Springfield

I can't stand the morning light

Now you've gone there ain't no-one

Oh, to make it right

The way you do

Every day I fall more in love with you

Knowing that you left this heart of mine

You captured at the start

And I know you know

That I can't get through

Am I livin' a lie when I reach for you?



You gotta save me, save me

Only you can keep me warm

Above the storm

You gotta save me, save me

You know there ain't a world enough

Without your love, ooh, hoo, hoo, love



Gonna lay my head

Try to rest my heart

Dream my dreams

But they're all of you

And they fall apart

The way I do

Every night I fall more in love with you

I'm praying for the day you turn around

And make your love all mine

And when I'm going down for the very last time

You can throw me a line

You can keep me alive



You gotta save me, save me

Only you can keep me warm

Above the storm

You gotta save me, save me

You know there ain't a world enough

Without your love



When do I get to be near you?

For all time

Hear what you say again



And I know you know

That I can't get through

Am I livin' a lie when I reach for you?

And when I'm goin' down for the very last time

You can throw me a line

You can keep me alive



You gotta save me, save me

Only you can keep me warm

Above the storm

You gotta save me, save me

You know there ain't a world enough

Without your love, ooh, hoo, hoo



You gotta save me, save me

Only you can keep me warm

Above the storm

You gotta save me, save me

You know there ain't a world enough

Without your love

Save Me Save Me

Dusty Springfield's 1964 recording of 'Save Me Save Me' stands as a defining moment in her career, showcasing her ability to blend soulful R&B influences with British pop sensibilities. Released following her debut single, the track features her distinctive vocal style, characterized by a powerful, emotive delivery that became a hallmark of her artistry. The song was recorded during a pivotal period when Springfield was establishing herself as a major force in the British music scene, drawing inspiration from American soul and gospel traditions. Its success helped solidify her reputation as a vocalist capable of conveying deep emotion through her unique interpretation of contemporary hits. The recording remains a testament to her early work and her significant contribution to the evolution of the genre during the mid-1960s.