- Singer: The Everly Brothers
- Released: 1960
- Album: The Fabulous Style of the Everly Brothers
“When Will I Be Loved” is a rock and roll song written by Phil Everly and performed by the Everly Brothers. It was released as a single in 1960 and reached number eight on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The song became one of the Everly Brothers’ signature songs and has been covered by many other artists over the years, including Linda Ronstadt, Vince Gill, and the Beatles.
The song is a lament about a young man who has been unlucky in love. He has been turned down, pushed around, cheated on, and mistreated. He asks the question, “When will I be loved?” The song is a universal expression of the desire to be loved and accepted.
The Everly Brothers’ version of the song is a classic example of their close harmonies and catchy melodies. The song is also notable for its driving rhythm and guitar solo.
“When Will I Be Loved” is a timeless song that continues to resonate with listeners today. It is a reminder that we are all human and that we all have the need to be loved.
Here is the chorus of the song:
When will I be loved? When I meet a new girl, that I want for mine She always breaks my heart in two, it happens every time I’ve been cheated, been mistreated When will I be loved?
The song has been praised for its honest and relatable lyrics. It is a song that many people can connect with on a personal level. It is also a song that celebrates the power of love and the hope that we all have for a better future.