Ricky Nelson – “I Wanna Be Loved”: A Ballad of Yearning
Introduction
Ricky Nelson, the iconic voice of the ’50s and ’60s, had a way of expressing emotions that resonated with audiences. “I Wanna Be Loved” is a heartfelt ballad that showcases Nelson’s tender vocals and his ability to convey the universal theme of yearning for love. In this article, we’ll explore the emotional depth of Ricky Nelson’s “I Wanna Be Loved.”
Did You Know?
“I Wanna Be Loved” was released in 1959 as part of Ricky Nelson’s album “Ricky Sings Again.” The song, written by Johnny Green, Edward Heyman, and Billy Rose, captures the essence of longing for affection. Nelson’s sincere delivery adds a timeless quality to this emotional ballad.
Fun fact: “I Wanna Be Loved” not only reflects Ricky Nelson’s versatility but also stands as a testament to his ability to connect with listeners on a deeply emotional level.
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Lyrics
Well I know somewhere there's bound to be
A girl who'd really care for me
Somebody that-a really loves me
Somebody that'll kiss and hug me
the girl I am dreamin' of
Is gonna love me like I wanna be loved
Well I hope someday she'll come to me
And love me ever faithfully
I'm hopin' she'll understand me
I'm hopin' her heart commands me
The girl I am dreamin' of
Is gonna love me like I wanna be loved
Well if I ever find the girl I'm lookin' for
I'm gonna treat just as good as I can
I wanna give her anything her heart desires
Say now, don't you understand
That I need somebody to call my own
I'm so tired of being alone
Somebody that really loves me
Somebody that'll kiss and hug me
The girl I am dreamin' of
Is gonna love me like I wanna be loved
Well if I ever find the girl I'm lookin' for
I'm gonna treat just as good as I can
I wanna give her anything her heart desires
Say now, don't you understand
That I need somebody to call my own
I'm so tired of being alone
Somebody that really loves me
Somebody that'll kiss and hug me
The girl I'd like to find
Is gonna let me know that she's really mine
Barbara Desetto