Somebody Like Me
Eddy Arnold · Ultimate Eddy Arnold [BMG Heritage] [2003]
(Wayne Carson Thompson)
Your baby loves you now so don't make her blue now
You'd better start bein' true now I'm telling you why
Because if you break her heart somebody's gonna come along
And he'll steal her away from you somebody like me.
Let me tell you friend I'm not botherin'
But I think it's such a sin if you don't treat her right
Because if you break her heart...
She wants to be held tight now each and every night now
You'd better treat her right now I'm telling you why
Because if you break her heart somebody's gonna come along
And he'll steal her away from you somebody like me.
I hope you listen to now each word that I've told you now
Please friend you'd better do now and you won't have alone
Because if you break her heart somebody's gonna come along
And he'll steal her away from you somebody like me.
Will steal her away somebody like me...
Your baby loves you now so don't make her blue now
You'd better start bein' true now I'm telling you why
Because if you break her heart somebody's gonna come along
And he'll steal her away from you somebody like me.
Let me tell you friend I'm not botherin'
But I think it's such a sin if you don't treat her right
Because if you break her heart...
She wants to be held tight now each and every night now
You'd better treat her right now I'm telling you why
Because if you break her heart somebody's gonna come along
And he'll steal her away from you somebody like me.
I hope you listen to now each word that I've told you now
Please friend you'd better do now and you won't have alone
Because if you break her heart somebody's gonna come along
And he'll steal her away from you somebody like me.
Will steal her away somebody like me...
Somebody Like Me
Eddy Arnold's 'Somebody Like Me' stands as a quintessential example of his signature blend of country and gospel, capturing the emotional resonance of the mid-20th century. Recorded with his distinctive baritone voice, the track exemplifies the storytelling tradition that defined his career, focusing on themes of longing and personal connection. The song's enduring popularity highlights Arnold's ability to translate intimate human experiences into universal musical language, making it a staple in the country music canon. Its inclusion on various compilations underscores its status as a timeless recording that continues to appeal to audiences across generations.