You’Re Only Lonely Lyrics
Fortune/Walker/Rogers/Isaacs
Lyrics
When the world is ready to fall on your little shoulders
And when you're feeling lonely and small
You need somebody there to hold you
You can call out my name
When you're only lonely
Now, don't you ever be ashamed
You're only lonely
Uh uh uh
When you need somebody around on the nights that try you
I was there when you were a queen
And I'll be the last one there beside you
So you can call out my name
When you're only lonely
Now, don't you ever be ashamed
You're only lonely
You're only lonely
You're only lonely
You're only lonely
When the world is ready to fall on your little shoulders(uh uh uh uh)
And, when you're feeling lonely and small(uh uh)
You need somebody there to hold you hold you
So don't you ever be ashamed (hold you, hold you)
When you're only lonely (uh uh)
You can call out my name (uh uh)
You're only lonely
You're only lonely
You're only lonely
Girl it's no crime (you're only lonely)
Darlin', we got lots of time
Woh, woh, (You're only lonely)
Woh, woh, woh, (You're only lonely)
So, if you need me (You're only lonely)
All you've gotta do is call me
Girl, you're only lonely (You're only lonely, You're only lonely)
Ooh, ooh, (You're only lonely)
Darlin', we got lots of time
You're only lonely (You're only lonely, You're only lonely)
Uh uh, uh uh(You're only lonely)
Song & Lyrics Facts
"You're Only Lonely" is a popular song by the band, Fortune/Walker/Rogers/Isaacs. It was released as a single in 1979 and included on their album of the same name.
Written by J.D. Souther, "You're Only Lonely" became an instant hit with its lyrically powerful chorus and memorable melody. The lyrics focus on loneliness, isolation and the need for companionship. They explore how someone can feel alone even when surrounded by people. The song was recorded at Muscle Shoals Sound Studio in Sheffield, Alabama and featured vocals from all four members of the band - David Fortune, Robbie Walker, Tony Rogers and Ronnie Isaacs. It peaked at number 8 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart and has since been covered by numerous artists including Bruce Springsteen and Bonnie Raitt. The original version of "You're Only Lonely" remains one of the most beloved songs in the Fortune/Walker/Rogers/Isaacs discography.