About the song
**Player’s** “Baby Come Back” is a classic soft rock ballad released in 1977 that captured the hearts of millions worldwide. This timeless track, penned by lead vocalist and guitarist **Peter Beckett**, showcases the band’s signature blend of melodic harmonies, soulful vocals, and heartfelt lyrics.
The song’s introspective tone and poignant message resonated deeply with audiences, exploring themes of love, loss, and longing. The opening guitar riff, with its melancholic yet hopeful quality, sets the stage for the emotional journey that follows. Beckett’s vocals, rich and expressive, convey a sense of vulnerability and heartfelt desire.
“Baby Come Back” peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1978, solidifying Player’s status as one of the most popular bands of the era. Its enduring popularity can be attributed to its timeless melody, relatable lyrics, and the band’s ability to evoke genuine emotion through their music. The song’s impact is evident in its countless covers and references in popular culture, ensuring that its legacy will continue to live on for generations to come.
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Lyrics
Spending all my nights, all my money going out on the town
Doing anything just to get you off of my mind, yeah
But when the morning comes, I’m right back where I started again
And tryna forget you is just a waste of time
Baby come back, any kind of fool could see
There was something in everything about you
Baby come back, yeah, you can blame it all on me
‘Cause I was wrong, and I just can’t live without you
All day long, wearing a mask of false bravado (false bravado)
Tryna keep up a smile that hides a tear (hides a tear)
But as the sun goes down, I get that empty feeling again
How I wish to God that you were here
Baby come back, yeah, any kind of fool could see
There was something in everything about you
Baby come back, you can blame it all on me
I was wrong, and I just can’t live without you, no
Now that I put it all together, ooh
Give me the chance to make you see (make you see, baby)
Have you used up all the love in your heart? (Oh)
Nothing left for me? Ain’t there nothing left for me?
Baby come back, any kind of fool could see
There was something in everything about you
Baby come back, you can blame it all on me
‘Cause I was wrong, and I just can’t live without you
Baby I was wrong, and I just can’t live
Baby come back