Something’s Got a Hold On Me Lyrics – Etta James
Something’s Got a Hold On Me Song Lyrics
[Intro: Etta James]
Oh-oh, sometimes I get a good feeling, yeah (Yeah)
I get a feeling that I never, never, never
Never had before, no, no (Yeah)
I just wanna tell you right now that I (Ooh)
I believe, I really do believe that
[Chorus: Etta James]
Something’s got a hold on me, yeah
(Oh, it must be love)
Oh, something’s got a hold on me right now, child
(Oh, it must be love)
Let me tell you now
[Verse 1: Etta James]
I got a feeling, I feel so strange
Everything about me seems to have changed
Step by step, I got a brand new walk
I even sound sweeter when I talk
[Pre-Chorus: Etta James]
I said, oh (Oh), oh (Oh), oh (Oh), oh (Oh)
Hey, oh, oh, it must be love
(You know it must be love)
Let me tell you now
[Chorus: Etta James]
Something’s got a hold on me, yeah
(Oh, it must be love)
Oh, something’s got a hold on me right now, child
(Oh, it must be love)
Let me tell you now
[Verse 2: Etta James]
I never felt like this before
Something’s got a hold on me that won’t let go
I believe I’d die if I only could
I feel strange, but it sure feels good
[Chorus: Etta James]
I said, oh (Oh), oh (Oh), oh (Oh)
Hey hey, oh, it must be love
(You know it must be love)
Let me tell you now
[Bridge: Etta James]
My heart feels heavy, my feet feel light
I shake all over, but I feel alright
I never felt like this before
Something’s got a hold on me that won’t let go
I never thought it could happen to me
Got me heavy without the misery
I never thought it could be this way
Love’s sure gonna put a hurting on me
[Pre-Chorus: Etta James]
I said, oh (Oh), oh (Oh), oh (Oh), oh (Oh)
Hey hey, yeah, it must be love
[Outro: Etta James]
(You know it must be love)
You know he walks like love
(You know he walks like love)
You know he talks like love
(You know he talks like love)
Makes me feel alright
(Makes me feel alright)
In the middle of the night
(In the middle of the night)
La, la, la, la (La, la, la, la)
La, la, la, la (La, la, la, la)
Something’s Got A Hold On Me Lyrics Explained
"Something’s Got a Hold On Me" by Etta James is a soulful and powerful song expressing the overwhelming and transformative nature of love. Etta James sings about the profound impact that love has on her, describing the intense emotions and changes it brings to her life. The lyrics convey a mix of excitement, joy, and a sense of being captivated by the all-encompassing force of love.
[Verse 1]
In the opening verse, Etta James describes the unusual and transformative feelings that love has brought into her life. She talks about experiencing a significant change in her demeanor, from her walk to the sound of her voice. The lyrics suggest a positive and uplifting transformation that love has initiated, making her feel like a new person.
[Pre-Chorus]
The pre-chorus reinforces the idea of the transformative power of love. Etta James expresses her belief that this overwhelming feeling must be love, emphasizing the profound impact it has on her. The repetition of "oh" adds to the emotional intensity of the song, building anticipation for the chorus.
[Chorus]
The chorus is a declaration of the hold that love has on Etta James. She sings about this powerful force that has taken over her, suggesting that it "must be love." The repetition of the phrase "something’s got a hold on me" reinforces the idea of being irresistibly captivated by the emotion of love.
[Verse 2]
In the second verse, Etta James delves deeper into the emotional impact of love. She describes the unprecedented feelings she's experiencing, noting that something has a hold on her that she can't let go of. The lyrics convey a sense of vulnerability and surrender to the overwhelming emotions associated with love.
[Bridge]
The bridge explores the physical and emotional effects of love. Etta James describes the weight in her heart and the lightness in her feet, emphasizing the contrasting yet harmonious nature of her feelings. The lyrics suggest that, despite the intensity of these emotions, there is an overall sense of well-being and contentment.
[Outro]
The outro of the song reinforces the positive effects of love. Etta James mentions that love makes her feel alright, particularly in the middle of the night. The repetitive refrain in the outro, coupled with the upbeat and lively melody, leaves the listener with a sense of joy and celebration of the transformative power of love.
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Cast & Crew
- Album
- Etta James (Singles)
- Artist / Band
- Producer(s)
- Phil Chess & Leonard Chess
- Writter(s)
- Pearl Woods, Leroy Kirkland & Etta James
- Released On
- May 5, 1962
Etta James (Singles) Songs
- 1.A Sunday Kind of Love
- 2.All I Could Do Was Cry
- 3.At Last
- 4.Damn Your Eyes
- 5.I Just Want to Make Love to You
- 6.I’d Rather Go Blind
- 7.Something’s Got a Hold On Me
- 8.Stormy Weather
- 9.Swing Low, Sweet Chariot
- 10.Tell Mama
- 11.Trust In Me
Etta James Albums
FAQs & Knowledge
Who is the singer of "Something’s Got a Hold On Me" song?
"Something’s Got a Hold On Me" song is sung by Etta James.
Who is the lyrics writer of "Something’s Got a Hold On Me" song?
"Something’s Got a Hold On Me" song lyrics written by Pearl Woods, Leroy Kirkland & Etta James.
Who is the music producer of "Something’s Got a Hold On Me" song?
"Something’s Got a Hold On Me" song music composed & produced by Phil Chess & Leonard Chess.
When was "Something’s Got a Hold On Me" song released?
"Something’s Got a Hold On Me" song was released on May 5, 1962.