I was a radio operator during the Angolan War in the early 80s I heard this song on my shortwave radio while on patrol one Friday afternoon in 82...made me long for home so far away..Today it takes me back to the dust and bushes of Angola, so long ago.
My ex wife use to say why don't you listen to music from this century? I said I'll start listening to music from this century when they actually make something worth listening to!
I'll bet every guy recognizes the theme of this song, usually with some regret for the time he didn't approach the girl.
Great song that touches us all.
Im 28 and listen to this amazing jam with my dad at least once a week, sometimes more. Nothings puts a smile on my face when I look at him on the computer at his age listening to this song with a smile on his face and seeing that he hits nostalgia and is taken back to good times he lives through. He always tell me when we listen to this type of music “you know, you grew up in the wrong generation sissy, these where good times “ and I know he’s right on that statement. Thank you, Jackson Browne, for giving us this great hot.
Prior to my girlfriend Danielle and I becoming girlfriend and boyfriend in late 82; this song would always be on the radio and she told me that she would think of me when it came on, wondering if I had someone special already in my life ! I Always remember that because the “girl guy reversal” of the song; and how that made me feel extra special ! What a great song, still * I love you Danielle ❤️
Two days ago the woman I love with all of my heart, passed away very suddenly and unexpectedly. She loved this song and I loved her. She was my baby. She had to be somebody's baby.
Back in 1979 I dated a girl who stole my heart. I broke up ,but I still loved her with all my heart. Through out the years we lost touch with of one another. 10 years ago 2009 we reconnected. I told her whenever I heard this song , it always reminded me of her. To make a long story short. Were back together. She's somebody's baby alright. She's mine. I'm not letting go this time. I love you babe.
