Lyrics of
Solitary Man

Solitary Man was Neil Diamonds first big hit, originally released in 1966. The lyrics reflect the singers determination to stay single until he finds true love, after experiencing romantic disappointments.

Melinda was mine 'til the time that I found her
Holdin' Jim
Lovin' him
Then Sue came along, loved me strong, that's what I thought
Me and Sue,
That died, too.

Don't know that I will but until I can find me
A girl who'll stay and won't play games behind me
I'll be what I am
A solitary man
Solitary man

I've had it to here, being where love's a small word
Part time thing
Paper ring
I know it's been done havin' one girl who loves you
Right or wrong
Weak or strong

Don't know that I will but until I can find me
A girl who'll stay and won't play games behind me
I'll be what I am
A solitary man
Solitary man


Don't know that I will but until I can find me
A girl who'll stay and won't play games behind me
I'll be what I am
A solitary man
Solitary man

Solitary man
Solitary man
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