“Something About You” by Level 42

The titular “you” of Level 42’s classic “Something About You” is the lover of the singer. Overall he portrays their romance as a strong union. However, it does have its challenges, particularly stemming from “mistakes” the two of them tend to make. But the main sentiment he seems to be putting forth is that he loves her despite these shortcomings.

Indeed the band recognizes “life’s imperfections”, as in being human they are bound to err. So putting all of these thought processes together, the final conclusion is that ‘there is something about’ this woman that makes the singer loves her regardless of what disappointments may come their way. Moreover, he cannot be without her, particularly on this very night.

Facts about “Something About You”

• “Something About You” was released in 1985, prior to the album it was featured on, Level 42’s World Machine.
• The label behind the publication of this song is Polydor.
• Wally Badarou also produced “Something About You”.
• This track represents Level 42’s biggest hit in the United States, as well as their first. Accordingly, it reached an impressive number 7 on the Billboard Hot 100.
• The song also charted on its native UK Singles Chart, where it peaked at number 6.
• Canada, the Netherlands and New Zealand are the other countries where “Something About You” appeared on the record charts

Who wrote Level 42’s “Something about You”?

This track was written by Level 42 members Mark King as well as Mike Lindup in conjunction with the following writers:

• Wally Badarou
• Phil Gould
• Boon Gould