About the song
Charley Pride’s “Hope You’re Feelin’ Me (Like I’m Feelin’ You)”, released in 1975, stands out as a unique entry in his country music catalog. This song delves into the world of lovestruck vulnerability, a theme not often explored so openly in the genre at the time.
Background:
- Written by Bobby David and Jim Rushing.
- Released as the second single from Pride’s self-titled album, “Charley”.
- Became Pride’s fifteenth number one hit on the country charts.
Themes:
- Overwhelming Love: The lyrics express a powerful and almost desperate affection. Lines like “This feeling is crazy only you can save me” and “Your love is a potion Lord and I need an ocean” showcase the intensity of the singer’s emotions.
- Loss of Control: The song portrays a man uncharacteristically out of control due to his feelings. “Foreign no one could control me but now my future is up to you” highlights this shift. This vulnerability adds a layer of depth to the typically self-assured persona of a country music protagonist.
- Yearning for Reciprocity: The core of the song lies in the hopeful plea, “Oh, I hope you’re feelin’ me like I’m feelin’ you.” This yearning for reciprocation adds a relatable layer to the song, as listeners can connect with the universal desire for love to be mutual.
Impact:
While the song might seem unconventional for a genre traditionally known for its stoicism, “Hope You’re Feelin’ Me (Like I’m Feelin’ You)” resonated with audiences. It showcased a different side of Charley Pride, a side that acknowledged the vulnerability and emotional intensity that comes with love. This vulnerability, while unexpected, perhaps contributed to the song’s success and cemented its place as a classic country love song.
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Lyrics
No one could hold me, no one could control meBut now my future is up to youYour lovin’ can shape me, make me or break meOh, I hope you’re feelin’ me like I’m feelin’ you
This feeling is crazy and only you can save meFrom this love thing that I’ve got for youYour love is a potion, Lord, and I need a notionOh, I hope you’re feelin’ me like I’m feelin’ you
All these changes got me goin’ in circleFirst I turn away, then turn right back to youWell, I need your lovin’ to keep me from sinkin’Oh, I hope you’re feelin’ me like I’m feelin’ you
Wanna win when I gamble, no need to rambleI doubled my lovin’ when I gave it to youI gotta do it with you, I can’t do it without youOh, I hope you’re feelin’ me like I’m feelin’ you
All these changes got me goin’ in circleFirst I turn away, then turn right back to youWell, I need your lovin’ to keep me from sinkin’Oh, I hope you’re feelin’ me like I’m feelin’ youYes, I hope you’re feelin’ me like I’m feelin’ you
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