These Arms Of Mine
Otis Redding · Soul Legend/very Best Of Otis Redding [2011]
They are lonely
Lonely and feeling blue
These arms of mine
They are yearning
Yearning from wanting you
And if you
Would let them
Hold you Oh how grateful I will be
These arms of mine
They are burning
Burning from wanting you
These arms of mine
They are wanting
Wanting to hold you
And if you
Would let them hold you
Ohh how grateful I will be
Come on, come on baby
Just be my little woman [yeah]
Just be my lover I need somebody,
[Somebody] To treat me right
[Ohh] I need your warm loving arms to hold me tight
And I need you tender lips too
Hold me, hold me
These Arms Of Mine
Otis Redding's 'These Arms Of Mine' stands as a cornerstone of soul music, capturing the raw emotional intensity that defined his career. Recorded during the height of his influence in the 1960s, the track showcases his signature vocal style, blending gospel fervor with R&B sensibilities to create a deeply personal narrative of longing and devotion. Featured on the 2011 compilation 'Soul Legend/very Best Of Otis Redding', the song exemplifies the era's ability to fuse spiritual expression with secular romance. Its enduring appeal lies in Redding's ability to convey profound vulnerability, making it a timeless anthem for lovers and a testament to the power of authentic musical expression within the soul genre.