Lyrics of
Lonely Boy

Lonely Boy was written by Dan Auerbach and Patrick Carney of The Black Keys. The song deals with themes of unrequited love and loneliness. Its noted for its energetic delivery and catchy guitar riff, achieving both commercial success and critical acclaim. The song was inspired by the personal experiences of love and loss by its authors, reflecting these universal feelings in a relatable manner.

Well, I'm so above you
And it's plain to see
But I came to love you anywaaaay
So you tore my heart out
And I don't mind bleeding
Any old time to keep me waiting
Waiting, waiting

Oh, oh oh I got a love that keeps me waiting
Oh, oh oh I got a love that keeps me waiting
I'm a lonely boy
I'm a lonely boy
Oh, oh oh I got a love that keeps me waiting


Well, your mama kept you but your daddy left you
And I should've done you just the saaaame
But I came to love you, am I born to bleed?
Any old time you keep me waiting
Waiting, waiting

Oh, oh oh I got a love that keeps me waiting
Oh, oh oh I got a love that keeps me waiting
I'm a lonely boy
I'm a lonely boy
Oh, oh oh I got a love that keeps me waiting


Oh, oh oh I got a love that keeps me waiting
Oh, oh oh I got a love that keeps me waiting
I'm a lonely boy
I'm a lonely boy
Oh, oh oh I got a love that keeps me waiting