Let It Be Me
Social Distortion
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I've been in love, but now I'm waiting Don't ever want to worry about a thing I sit at home and I wonder Will I rise or will I go under Let it be me, if you're lonely Let it be me, your one and only Let it be me, to satisfy you Let it be me, if you're feelin' blue I've seen you around but you don't know me I've watched your life but can't always see I'll try and I'll try girl to love you And when we die you will have loved too Let it be me, if you're lonely Let it be me, your one and only Let it be me, to satisfy you Let it be me, if you're feelin' blue You know your friends talk bad about me Your folks say it's not supposed to be You know girl your life is going by fast Try to make it last Let it be me, if you're lonely Let it be me, your one and only Let it be me, to satisfy you Let it be me, if you're feelin' blue
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12 facts about this song
Album Inclusion"Let It Be Me" is a track from the album "Sex, Love and Rock 'n' Roll" by Social Distortion.
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Release DateThis album was first released in 2004 and "Let It Be Me" was included as the second track on the album.
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Song GenreThe song belongs to the genre of Punk Rock and Rock 'n' Roll, which is characteristic of Social Distortion's music style.
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Music VideoUnlike many other Social Distortion songs, "Let It Be Me" does not have an official music video.
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BackgroundIt was the first album without guitarist Dennis Danell, who had died in 2000. The album, therefore, contains postscrip messages and themes relating to his death.
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Critical ReceptionThe album overall received positive reviews from critics and "Let It Be Me" was highlighted as one of the standout tracks.
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Song Duration"Let It Be Me" runs for a duration of 4 minutes and 16 seconds.
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SongwritingThe track, like all the songs on the album, was penned by the lead vocalist and key founding member of the band, Mike Ness.
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InfluencesThe song features notable influences from early punk bands like the Ramones and The Clash, mixed with rock and roll fixtures like The Rolling Stones.
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Live Performances"Let It Be Me" has been frequently performed during live concerts by Social Distinction and continues to be a fan favorite.
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Emotional SignificanceThe song's lyrics tell a story about pain, loss, and redemption which listeners often find deeply moving.
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Album SuccessThe overall success of "Sex, Love and Rock 'n' Roll" helped to cement Social Distortion's status as one of the most influential punk rock bands of all time.
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