Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood” was originally recorded by Nina Simone in 1964 but gained widespread popularity when it was covered by The Animals in 1965. The soulful and intense arrangement of the song by the British rock band became a major hit, reaching the top 10 in multiple countries. Over time, it has been covered by various artists in different genres.

Did You Know:

• The song was first recorded by Nina Simone in 1964.
• It was written by Bennie Benjamin, Gloria Caldwell, and Sol Marcus.
• The Animals’ version, released in 1965, became one of their biggest hits and has remained a classic.

🎵 Let’s sing along with the lyrics! 🎤

Lyrics

Baby, do you understand me now
Sometimes I feel a little mad
But don’t you know that no one alive
Can always be an angel
When things go wrong I seem to be bad
But I’m just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don’t let me be misunderstoodBaby, sometimes I’m so carefree
With a joy that’s hard to hide
And sometimes it seems that all I have to do is worry
And then you’re bound to see my other side
I’m just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don’t let me be misunderstood

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If I seem edgy I want you to know
That I never mean to take it out on you
Life has its problems and I get my share
And that’s one thing I never meant to do
Because I love you
Oh, Oh baby don’t you know I’m human
Have thoughts like any other one
Sometimes I find myself long regretting
Some foolish thing some little simple thing I’ve done

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I’m just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don’t let me be misunderstood
Yes, I’m just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don’t let me be misunderstood
Yes, I’m just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don’t let me be misunderstood
Yes, I’m just a soul whose intentions are good
Oh Lord, please don’t let me be misunderstood …

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