Adele – “Someone Like You” is one of the most iconic ballads of the 2010s. Released in 2011 as the second single from her landmark album 21, the song was co-written by Adele and Dan Wilson. Built on simple piano chords and Adele’s raw, powerful vocals, it’s a timeless piece about heartbreak, longing, and acceptance.
The lyrics tell the story of confronting the pain of lost love while wishing an ex happiness with someone else. Lines like “Never mind, I’ll find someone like you” struck a chord globally because of their honesty and vulnerability. Rather than anger, the song carries themes of closure and bittersweet healing, which made it stand out from other breakup songs.
Commercially and critically, Someone Like You became a cultural phenomenon. It topped the Billboard Hot 100, reached #1 in the UK, and went multi-platinum worldwide. Adele’s moving performance at the 2011 Brit Awards gave the track even more momentum, cementing it as one of her career-defining hits. To this day, it remains an anthem for anyone navigating heartbreak.
Adele – Someone Like You Lyrics
I heard that you’re settled down That you found a girl and you’re married now I heard that your dreams came true Guess she gave you things, I didn’t give to you Old friend, why are you so shy? Ain’t like you to hold back or hide from the light
I hate to turn up out of the blue, uninvited But I couldn’t stay away, I couldn’t fight it I had hoped you’d see my face And that you’d be reminded that for me, it isn’t over
Never mind, I’ll find someone like you I wish nothing but the best for you, too “Don’t forget me, ” I beg I remember you said “Sometimes it lasts in love, but sometimes it hurts instead” “Sometimes it lasts in love, but sometimes it hurts instead”
You know how the time flies Only yesterday was the time of our lives We were born and raised in a summer haze Bound by the surprise of our glory days
I hate to turn up out of the blue, uninvited But I couldn’t stay away, I couldn’t fight it I had hoped you’d see my face And that you’d be reminded that for me, it isn’t over
Never mind, I’ll find someone like you I wish nothing but the best for you, too “Don’t forget me, ” I begged I remember you said “Sometimes it lasts in love, but sometimes it hurts instead”
Nothing compares, no worries or cares Regrets and mistakes, they’re memories made Who would have known how bittersweet this would taste?
Never mind, I’ll find someone like you I wish nothing but the best for you “Don’t forget me, ” I beg I remember you said “Sometimes it lasts in love, but sometimes it hurts instead”
Never mind, I’ll find someone like you I wish nothing but the best for you, too “Don’t forget me, ” I begged I remember you said “Sometimes it lasts in love, but sometimes it hurts instead” “Sometimes it lasts in love, but sometimes it hurts instead”
