Level 42 - Something About You

"Something About You" is a song by the British band Level 42, released in 1985 as part of their album "World Machine." Written by band members Mark King and Phil Gould, the track showcases the band's distinctive blend of jazz-funk and pop, featuring catchy melodies, intricate bass lines, and polished production.

The song's lyrics convey themes of romantic longing and introspection, focusing on the complexities of love and attraction. It became one of Level 42's most successful hits, reaching high positions on various international charts. In the U.S., it peaked at number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100, making it one of their most recognized songs in North America.

"Something About You" is notable for its unforgettable chorus and bass-driven groove, which became a hallmark of Level 42's sound. The band’s energetic performance and Mark King's distinctive vocals helped solidify the song’s place in 80s music.

Over the years, "Something About You" has been covered by several artists and remains a staple in Level 42's live performances, continuing to resonate with fans of the era. Its blend of upbeat rhythms and heartfelt lyrics has ensured that it remains a classic in the pop and funk genres.

Level 42 - Something About You Lyrics

How, how can it be that a love
Carved out of caring, fashioned by fate
Could suffer so hard
From the games played much too often?
But making mistakes is a part
Of life's imperfections
Born of the years
Is it so wrong to be human after all?

Oh, drawn into the stream
Of undefined illusion
Those diamond dreams
They can't disguise the truth

That there is something about you
Baby, so right
I wouldn't be without you
Baby, tonight

If ever our love was concealed
No one can say that we didn't feel
A million things
And a perfect dream of life
Gone, fragile, but free
We remain tender together
If not so in love, it's not so wrong
We're only human after all

Oh, these changing years
They add to your confusion
Oh, you need to hear
The time that told the truth

Because there's something about you, baby, so right (and now the way you are tonight)
I couldn't live without you, baby, tonight (I couldn't live without you)

And now there's something about you, yeah
And I couldn't live without you, tonight