About the song
“Somebody to Love,” a timeless classic by the iconic band Queen, remains a staple in the realm of rock music. Written by Freddie Mercury and released in 1976 as part of the album *A Day at the Races*, this song showcases Queen’s signature blend of rock and gospel influences, echoing their earlier masterpiece, “Bohemian Rhapsody.”
The song is a rock ballad featuring intricate vocal arrangements, notably a choir effect achieved by layering the voices of Freddie Mercury, Brian May, and Roger Taylor multiple times, creating a grandiose sound akin to gospel music. With lyrics that delve into themes of yearning for love, spiritual introspection, and existential questioning, “Somebody to Love” resonates deeply with its audience. It speaks of the desperate search for meaning and companionship in life, exploring both personal struggles and a longing for divine guidance.
Brian May, Queen’s guitarist, acknowledged the influence of Aretha Franklin’s music on the creation of “Somebody to Love,” particularly in its soulful and heartfelt delivery.
The song’s impact extended far beyond its initial release. In 1992, during the tribute concert for Freddie Mercury, George Michael delivered a memorable rendition of “Somebody to Love,” subsequently releasing it as part of the *Five Live* EP in 1993, which topped the charts in the UK.
Notably, Queen performed “Somebody to Love” with Elton John taking lead vocals during a concert in Paris in January 1997. This rendition also appears on their album *Greatest Hits III*, released in 1999, further cementing the song’s enduring popularity and cultural significance.
“Somebody to Love” exemplifies Queen’s ability to blend genres seamlessly, from rock to gospel, creating a musical tapestry that resonates with listeners across generations. Its complex vocal harmonies, soul-stirring lyrics, and powerful instrumentation ensure its place as a beloved classic in the pantheon of rock music history.
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Lyrics
“Somebody To Love”
Can anybody find me
Somebody to love?Ooh, each morning I get up I die a little
Can barely stand on my feet
Take a look at yourself in the mirror and cry
Take a look in the mirror and cry
Lord, what you’re doing to me? (Yeah, yeah)
I have spent all my years in believing you
But I just can’t get no relief, LordSomebody (Somebody)
Ooh, somebody (Somebody)
Can anybody find me
Somebody to love?
YeahI work hard (He works hard) every day of my life
I work ’til I ache my bones
At the end (At the end of the day) I take home (takes home)
My hard-earned pay all on my own
(Goes home, goes home on his own)I go down (down) on my knees (knees)
And I start to pray (praise the Lord)
‘Til the tears run down from my eyes
Lord, somebody (somebody), somebody (please)
Can anybody find me somebody to love?(he works hard) everyday (everyday)
I try, and I try, and I tryBut everybody wants to put me down
They say I’m going crazy
They say I got a lot of water in my brain
I got no common sense (he’s got)
I got nobody left to believe in
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeahOh, Lord
Somebody (somebody), somebody (somebody)
Can anybody find me somebody to love?
(Can anybody find me someone to love)Got no feel, I got no rhythm
I just keep losing my beat (you just keep losing and losing)
I’m OK, I’m alright (he’s alright, he’s alright)
I ain’t gonna face no defeat (Yeah, yeah)
I just gotta get out of this prison cell
One day (someday) I’m gonna be free, Lord!(Find me somebody to love)
(Find me somebody to love)
(Find me somebody to love)
(Find me somebody to love)
Find me, find me
(Find me somebody to love)
Find
(Find me somebody to love)
(Find me somebody to love, love, love)
Find me, find me
(Find me somebody to love)
Somebody to love
(Find me somebody to love)
(Somebody, somebody, somebody, somebody)
(Somebody find me, somebody find me somebody to love)Can anybody find me somebody to love?
(Find me somebody to love)
(Find me somebody to love)
Find me, somebody, somebody
(Find me somebody to love)
Somebody, somebody to love
(Find me somebody to love)
Find me, find me, find me, find me, find me
(Find me somebody to love)
Ooh, somebody to love
(Find me somebody to love)
Find me, find me, find me somebody to love
(Find me somebody to love)
Anybody, anywhere, anybody, find me somebody to love
Love, love, love, love
Find me, find me, find me, yeah