I Asked For Love

Boy George · Sold [1987]

There might be a question

That you ask before too long

I won't have the answer

But I promise to be stronger



You lied to me, you lied to me

Like I was some fool, yes you did

You lied to me, you cried for me

I told you to keep your cool



I asked for love

But your love has gone

I asked for love

But your love has gone

I asked for love

But your love has gone

I asked for love

And to be strong, to be stronger



There was a time

I felt no shame

In asking please, please me

But your rejection

Has brought me to my knees



You lied to me, you lied to me

Like I was some fool, yes you did

You lied to me, but that's history

I told you to keep your cool



I asked for love

But your love has gone

I asked for love

But your love has gone

I asked for love

But your love has gone

I asked for love

And to be strong, to be stronger



All the people

Are ready to hold your hand

All the people

Are ready to understand



The things you do



I asked for love

But your love has gone

I asked for love

But your love has gone

I asked for love

But your love has gone

I asked for love

And to be strong, to be stronger

I Asked For Love

I Asked For Love stands as a defining track from Boy George's 1987 album Sold, marking a significant evolution in his musical identity beyond the initial new wave explosion of Culture Club. The recording captures the artist's transition into a more introspective and soulful era, blending pop sensibilities with deeper emotional resonance. As part of a discography that includes enduring classics like Do You Really Want To Hurt Me, this song highlights George's ability to convey vulnerability through his distinctive vocal delivery. The track reflects the broader themes of longing and connection that permeate the Sold album, showcasing a matured sound that moved away from pure dance-floor energy toward more nuanced storytelling. It remains a testament to his enduring influence within the English pop and soul genres, demonstrating his capacity to craft memorable melodies that resonate with listeners across generations.