About The Song

“I Got You Babe” is a song performed by Sonny & Cher, written by Sonny Bono. Released in 1965, it topped the Billboard Hot 100 for three weeks and sold over one million copies. Sonny Bono wrote the song and performed it with Cher. The lyrics convey a message of love and commitment.

Sonny Bono wrote the song while living with Cher in their manager’s house. He composed it on a piano in the garage, and the lyrics were written on a piece of cardboard. It remains one of Sonny & Cher’s most iconic songs, showcasing their harmonious blend and enduring popularity.

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Lyrics

They say we’re young and we don’t know
We won’t find out until we’re grown
Well I don’t know if all that’s true
‘Cause you got me, and baby I got you

Babe
I got you babe
I got you babe

They say our love won’t pay the rent
Before it’s earned,
Our money’s all been spent
I guess that’s so, we don’t have a pot
But at least I’m sure
Of all the things we got

Babe
I got you babe
I got you babe

I got flowers in the spring
I got you to wear my ring
And when I’m sad, you’re a clown
And if I get scared, you’re always around

Don’t let them say your hair’s too long
‘Cause I don’t care,
With you I can’t go wrong
Then put your little hand in mine
There ain’t no hill or mountain
We can’t climb

Babe
I got you babe
I got you babe

I got you to hold my hand
I got you to understand
I got you to walk with me
I got you to talk with me
I got you to kiss goodnight
I got you to hold me tight
I got you, I won’t let go
I got you to love me so
I got you babe
I got you babe
I got you babe
I got you babe