Somebody Loves You Baby

Patti LaBelle

About Somebody Loves You Baby

"Somebody Loves You Baby (You Know Who It Is)" is a song performed by American rhythm and blues singer Patti LaBelle. It was the second single to be released from LaBelle's 1991 album, Burnin'. The song was co-written by LaBelle's friend and former Philadelphia International artist Bunny Sigler, who also produced the song. The song reached number two on the Hot R&B Singles chart in early 1992. Like her previous single, "Somebody Loves You..." was also shot at the Apollo. Rapper Plies later sampled the song for his track, "Somebody (Loves You)" off his second release, Definition of Real.  


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2003
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Somebody loves you baby
Ooh ooh ooh
Somebody loves you baby
Ooh ooh ooh 
Somebody loves you baby
Ooh ooh ooh 
Somebody loves you baby
You know who it is

It happened so suddenly
I woke up one morning with you on my mind
No matter what I did
Couldn't stop thinking about you
Wanted instant replay of yesterday

Somebody loves you baby
Ooh ooh ooh
Somebody loves you baby
Ooh ooh ooh 
Somebody loves you baby
Ooh ooh ooh 
Somebody loves you baby
You know who it is

I'm under your spell
I don't want to break free
You can make a slave out of me
I worship you and nobody else
I pledge my love to you forever

Somebody loves you baby
Ooh ooh ooh
Somebody loves you baby
Ooh ooh ooh 
Somebody loves you baby
Ooh ooh ooh 
Somebody loves you baby
You know who it is\

Somebody loves you baby
Ooh ooh ooh
Somebody loves you baby
Ooh ooh ooh 
Somebody loves you baby
Ooh ooh ooh 
Somebody loves you baby
You know who it is

I need you right now
Baby don't say no
Cause you look like you ready to get it on
Whatever you give me 
I give it to you back
All the love you'll ever need I'll give it to you

Somebody loves you baby
Ooh ooh ooh
Somebody loves you baby
Ooh ooh ooh 
Somebody loves you baby
Ooh ooh ooh 
Somebody loves you baby
You know who it is

Somebody loves you baby
Ooh ooh ooh
Somebody loves you baby
Ooh ooh ooh 
Somebody loves you baby
Ooh ooh ooh 
Somebody loves you baby
You know who it is

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Patti LaBelle

Patricia Louise Holte-Edwards (born May 24, 1944), better known under the stage name Patti LaBelle, is a Grammy Award winning American singer, author and actress who has spent over 50 years in the music industry. LaBelle spent 16 years as lead singer of Patti LaBelle and the Bluebelles, who changed their name to Labelle in the early 1970s and released the iconic disco song, "Lady Marmalade". more »

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Written by: Eugene Lambchops Curry, Walter Bunny Sigler

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12 facts about this song

Release Information
"Somebody Loves You Baby (You Know Who It Is)" was released in 1991 as the second single from Patti LaBelle's album "Burnin'."
Chart Performance
The song had impressive performance on the charts. Upon its release, it reached #1 on the RnB chart in the United States and held its position for 5 weeks.
Album Performance
Patti LaBelle's album "Burnin'", featuring the song, earned her a Grammy Award for Best Female R&B Vocal Performance in 1992.
Music Video
The song's slick and sleek music video featuring LaBelle's electrifying performance became iconic as it further catapulted the song into stardom.
Songwriter
"Somebody Loves You Baby (You Know Who It Is)" was co-written by Bunny Sigler and Stevie Wonder.
Cover Versions
The track has been covered multiple times by artists such as Rap/Hip-Hop legend Yo-Yo and RnB singers Vivian Green and Smooth.
Symbolic Importance
Owing to the potent emotional message of the song, it is frequently selected as a dedication or request on radio love-song programs and during weddings or romantic occasions.
Lasting Power
Despite being released three decades ago, the song remains relevant and frequently played to date, attesting to Patti LaBelle's enduring impact in the music industry.
Commercial Success
The song was not only a hit on the charts but also in terms of sales. It was reportedly certified gold by the RIAA.
Lyrics and Theme
The song talks about being loved and cherished unconditionally. Its profound and heartfelt lyrics have resonated with listeners worldwide and have contributed to its timeless popularity.
Collaboration
During the 30th anniversary of the song, gospel singer Tasha Cobbs Leonard and Gregory Porter teamed up for a cover of "Somebody Loves You Baby (You Know Who It Is)", paying a tribute to the song and Patti LaBelle.
Philanthropy
In an interesting turn of events, Patti LaBelle performed this timeless hit for a charity telethon in 1993 which helped in raising funds for Children's Defense Fund.

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