The Bee Gees’ 1967 soul ballad “To Love Somebody” is a tender plea of unrequited love. Barry and Robin Gibb wrote it for soul icon Otis Redding, but after his untimely death they recorded it themselves. Barry’s heartfelt vocal and the song’s aching chorus gave the Bee Gees a Top 20 hit. Over time it became a modern standard, covered by countless artists drawn to its timeless melody and longing lyrics.