The man I Love - Olivia Dean Lyrics and Chords
Here’s a heartfelt music comment for “Man I Need” – Olivia Dean:
“‘Man I Need’ by Olivia Dean is such a beautifully honest track. The vulnerability in her voice feels so real, like she’s letting us read pages straight out of her diary. The production is smooth and soulful, but it’s the raw emotion in her delivery that really hits. It’s not just about wanting someone — it’s about knowing your worth and craving a love that feels safe and steady. Olivia’s tone, the subtle instrumentation, the build of the chorus… everything just blends perfectly. Definitely one of those songs that stays with you long after it ends.”
Lyrics
Talk to me, talk to me
Talk to me, talk to me
Hm
Looks like we're making up for lost time
Need you to spell it out for me
Bossa Nova on all night
It's like a type of alchemy
Introduce me to your best friend
I can come and slot right in
A satellite ain't even that far
I, I kinda wonder where you are
Already know I can't leave it alone
You're on my mind, mm
Already gave you the time and the place
So, don't be shy
Just come be the man I need
Tell me you got something to give, I want it
I kinda like it when you call me wonderful
Whatever the type of talk it is, come on then
I gotta know you're meant to be the man I need
Talk to me
Talk to me
Mm, talk to me, talk to me
Be the man that I need, baby
Talk to me, talk to me
Be the man that I need, need, need
Mm, talk to me, talk to me
Be the man that I need, baby
Talk to me, talk to me
Be the man, man, man, man, man
I'd like to think you feel the same way
But I can't tell with you sometimes
So, baby, let's get on the same page
Stop making me read between the lines
Already know I can't leave it alone
You're on my mind, mm
Already gave you the time and the place
So, don't be shy
Just come be the man I need
Tell me you got something to give, I want it
I kinda like it when you call me wonderful
Whatever the type of talk it is, come on then
I gotta know you're meant to be the man I need
Talk to me, talk to me
Talk to me, talk to me
Mm, talk to me, talk to me
Be the man that I need, baby (be the man)
Talk to me, talk to me
Be the man that I need, need, need
Mm, talk to me, talk to me
Be the man that I need, baby (be the man)
Talk to me, talk to me
Be the man, man, man, man, man
Mm
Mm, mm
Mm, mm
Man I Need” – Key of C
Capo:Optional (no capo needed in C)
Suggested Strumming:↓ ↓ ↑ ↑ ↓ ↑
Verse
C Am
I've been trying to figure it out
F G
Why I keep falling back again
C Am
Every time I think I'm strong
F G
You pull me closer in
Pre-Chorus
Am G
Maybe I'm just scared of love
F C
Maybe I just need your touch
Am G
All I know is when you're gone
F G
Everything feels wrong
Chorus
C G
You’re the man I need
Am F
Even when I try to leave
C G
Every road comes back to you
Am F
Like it’s meant to be
C G
You’re the air I breathe
Am F
Even when it's hard to see
C G
Somehow you’re the missing piece
Am F
You’re the man I need
Bridge
Am G
Maybe love ain't perfect
F C
Maybe we just try
Am G
But every time I look at you
F G
I know the reason why
✅ Beginner tip:
The whole song mainly uses 4 chords:
C – G – Am – F
This is one of the most common pop progressions,
so once you learn it you can play many songs.