The song "Bring It On Home To Me" by UB40 is actually a cover of the classic soul song originally written and performed by Sam Cooke in 1962. The lyrics convey a plea from the singer to their partner who is considering leaving them. The singer is begging their partner to reconsider and come back to them, expressing their willingness to do whatever it takes to make them stay. In the first verse, the singer asks their partner to bring their love back home if they ever change their mind about leaving. They emphasize the need for their partner's affection and love to be returned. The chorus reinforces this plea, with the singer reiterating the request for their partner to bring their sweet love back home. The repetition of "yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah" adds emotional intensity to the plea. In the second verse, the singer reflects on the initial reaction to their partner's departure, admitting that they laughed it off to cover up their true hurt. However, they now realize that by leaving, their partner has caused them pain and they want them to bring their love back. The bridge of the song introduces the idea of material possessions as an attempt to lure their partner back, offering them jewelry and money. The singer emphasizes that there is nothing they won't do for their partner to convince them to return. The final verse shows the singer's extreme devotion, stating that they will remain a slave in the relationship until death. They desperately want their partner to bring their love back and make things right. The overall story and meaning of the song revolve around the plea for a second chance, expressing deep love, regret, and the desire to reconcile. It reflects the universal theme of longing and the willingness to do whatever it takes to salvage a relationship.
