You've Really Got a Hold on Me Lyrics

Lyric discussion by RainySunday 

Cover art for You've Really Got a Hold on Me lyrics by Smokey Robinson

My opinion, tainted of course by my own experiences, is that this song is about a dysfunctional relationship that is hard to leave. You love me badly, you treat me wrong, I want to quit you... but I can't. It's unhealthy, it makes no sense - but my love is still strong, and all I want you to do is hold me.

My Interpretation