(Come 'Round Here) I'm the One You Need

The Cowsills

About (Come 'Round Here) I'm the One You Need

"(Come 'Round Here) I'm the One You Need" is a 1966 hit single by Motown group The Miracles, released on Motown Records' Tamla label. Unlike most Miracles songs, which were written and produced by the group themselves, "I'm the One You Need" was written and produced by Motown's main songwriting and production team Holland–Dozier–Holland, best known for their work with The Supremes and The Four Tops. Holland-Dozier-Holland had written and produced two previous Miracles singles: the Top 10 hit "Mickey's Monkey" and the Top 40 hit "I Gotta Dance to Keep From Crying" (both 1963). "I'm the One You Need" was the final Miracles single released before lead singer Smokey Robinson was given star billing on all of the group's subsequent 45's. In this popular Miracles tune, Smokey Robinson, as the song's narrator, seeks to comfort a girl he obviously loves, who belongs to another man who cheats on her, and treats her badly: Now, You say..... Every time you need some affection The one you love goes in another direction 


Year:
1967
52 
#1

 Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer

Now you say every time you need some affection
The one you love goes in another direction
And you just sit there in a daze reminiscing
When you know some other lips he's been kissing

Now when you need the love 
He's never shown you 
Come round here 
And when you need some loving arms 
To hold you 
Come round here 
Now I may not be the one you want 
Oh But I know I'm the one you need 
Said I may not be the one you want 
But I know I'm the one you need

Your life stands still the minute he goes
You count the hours just hoping he shows
Girl can't you see while you're longing for his touch
That I'm the one who loves you so much
While you're longing for his embrace
You're all alone there with tears on your face

Now when you feel the need to cry to someone cry to me
And when you feel the need to lean on someone lean on me
Now I may not be the one you want but 
I sure 'nuff the one you need 
Oh baby I may not be the one you want 
But I know I'm the one you need

Now the days the days you sit alone by yourself
He's out fooling round with somebody else
Leaving you alone here with nothing to do
Just waiting 'till he has time for you

Now when the loneliness 
Gets hard to bear 
Girl come round here 
And when you need a little tender loving care 
Girl come round here 
Now I may not be the one you want 
But I know I'm the one you need

 Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer


The Cowsills

The Cowsills is an American singing group from Newport, Rhode Island. They specialized in harmonies and the ability to sing and play music at an early age. The band was formed in the spring of 1965 by brothers Bill, Bob, and Barry, then shortly thereafter added John. Originally Bill and Bob played guitar and Barry was on drums, then John learned how to play drums and joined the band, so Barry went to bass. After their initial success, the brothers were later joined by their siblings Susan and Paul and their mother Barbara. Bob's twin brother Richard was the road manager. When the group expanded to its full family membership by 1967, the six siblings ranged in age from 8 to 19. Joined by their mother Barbara, the Cowsills were the inspiration for the 1970 laun… more »

2 fans

Written by: DAVID MORALES, ALEC SHANTZIS

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC

Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind


4 facts about this song

Smokey Robinson and The Miracles
"(Come 'Round Here) I'm the One You Need" is a song that was originally recorded by Smokey Robinson and the Miracles. - Released in 1966, the song was written by the legendary Motown team of Holland-Dozier-Holland - the trio that was the main creative force behind the "Motown Sound". - The song marked a shift in the band's musical style, incorporating more of a pop sound compared to their earlier R&B style.
The Cowsills
The Cowsills covered "(Come 'Round Here) I'm the One You Need" in 1967, just a year after the original was released. - This version of the song appeared on The Cowsills' self-titled album, which was produced by Artie Kornfeld, a music industry executive best known for co-creating the Woodstock Music & Art Festival. - The Cowsills' version of the song didn't chart as highly as the original, peaking at number 138 on the Billboard 200.
The Jackson 5
The Jackson 5 covered "(Come 'Round Here) I'm the One You Need" for their 1970 album, "ABC". - This version of the song featured a young Michael Jackson on lead vocals. Despite being only 12 years old at the time, Michael's voice displayed a maturity beyond his years, echoing the soulful intensity of Smokey Robinson. - The Jackson 5's rendition was a minor hit, helping to propel "ABC" to the top of the album charts.
Song Impact and Legacy
Despite being released over 50 years ago, "(Come 'Round Here) I'm the One You Need" remains a popular song among fans of Motown and classic soul music. - In 2018, it was included in the compilation album, "Motown Unreleased 1966", which featured previously unreleased tracks from the Motown vault. - The song's lasting impact is a testament to the enduring appeal of the Motown sound and the timeless quality of Holland-Dozier-Holland's songwriting.

Discuss the (Come 'Round Here) I'm the One You Need Lyrics with the community:

0 Comments

    Citation

    Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:

    Style:MLAChicagoAPA

    "(Come 'Round Here) I'm the One You Need Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 29 Mar. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric/1317455/The+Cowsills/%28Come+%27Round+Here%29+I%27m+the+One+You+Need>.

    Missing lyrics by The Cowsills?

    Know any other songs by The Cowsills? Don't keep it to yourself!

    Watch the song video

    (Come 'Round Here) I'm the One You Need

    684
    8     0

    more tracks from the album

    The Cowsills

    Browse Lyrics.com

    Quiz

    Are you a music master?

    »
    What was the most popular song of 1983?
    A Total Eclipse of the Heart by Bonnie Tyler
    B Every Breath You Take by The Police
    C Come On Eileen by Dexys Midnight Runners
    D Billie Jean by Michael Jackson

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Chrome

    Get instant explanation for any lyrics that hits you anywhere on the web!

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Firefox

    Get instant explanation for any acronym or abbreviation that hits you anywhere on the web!

    The Cowsills tracks

    On Radio Right Now

    Loading...

    Powered by OnRad.io


    Think you know music? Test your MusicIQ here!