Discover the story of the song > Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood – Nina Simone

The protagonist is telling her partner that she has moments when she gets upset, but it doesn't mean she doesn't love him or have good intentions. She sometimes feels carefree, but other times she's full of worry. She's asking her partner to understand that she's only human and has faults, and to not misinterpret her actions or words as something malicious.