To Love Somebody
Michael Bolton · Other Songs - Michael Bolton
a certain kind of light
that never shown on me
I want my life to be
lived with you
lived with you
There's a way
everybody says
to do each and every little thing
but what does it bring
if i ain't got you
if i ain't got you
chorus
baby you don't know what its like
baby you don't know what its like
to love somebody
to love somebody
the way I love you
In my mind
I see your face again
I know my frame of mind
you ain't got to be so blind
but I'm blind
so very blind
I'm a man
can't you see what i am
I live and breathe and for you
but what good does it do
if i ain't got you
if i ain't got you
chorus
baby you don't know what its like
baby you don't know what its like
to love somebody
to love somebody
the way i love you
repeat chorus until end
To Love Somebody
Michael Bolton's "To Love Somebody" stands as a quintessential example of his signature power ballad style, blending dramatic vocal delivery with lush orchestration. Released during the height of his career, the track exemplifies the emotional intensity that defined his discography and solidified his status as a leading figure in the soft rock and adult contemporary genres of the late 1980s and 1990s. The song's narrative focuses on the universal human desire for affection, delivered with a raw vulnerability that became a hallmark of Bolton's live performances and studio recordings. It remains a staple in his catalog, frequently performed at concerts and included in various compilations, serving as a testament to his ability to craft anthems that resonate deeply with audiences seeking emotional catharsis through music.