Something
Barry Manilow Lyrics


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Did you ever feel somethin' in the air
And you block it out, but you know it's there
Did you ever find, things about to change
I can see the signs all along my way
And I can feel that

Something's comin' up
And I don't know what it is
Something's comin' up
And I don't know where it's gonna take me

But there's something dyin'
Something bein' born
I think I'm gonna leave, I gotta get away
Maybe try Mill Valley, maybe try L.A.

The people I thought I loved
Well, we don't think the same

There's fury in my blood
And I can't stand it one more day
And I can feel that

Something's comin' up
And I don't know what it is
Something's comin' up
And I don't know where it's gonna take me
But there's something dyin'
And something bein' born

Something's comin' up (comin' up)
Something's comin' up (comin' up)




Something's comin' up (really don't know what it is)
Something's comin' up (really don't know what it is)

Overall Meaning

"Something's Comin' Up" is a song by Barry Manilow that talks about that feeling you get when you know something is about to change, but you're not quite sure what it is yet. The lyrics depict the sense of apprehension and excitement that comes with anticipating unexpected developments.


The song opens with the lines "Did you ever feel somethin' in the air, And you block it out, but you know it's there." This sets up the theme of feeling a change coming on, but being uncertain about what is about to happen. The second verse explains that the singer can see the signs and feel that something is coming up. This builds the sense of anticipation and excitement; the chorus then explores this feeling of not knowing what will happen but eagerly looking forward to it.


The lines "There's something dyin' and something bein' born, I think I'm gonna leave, I gotta get away" suggest that the singer is aware of the fact that something is coming up in his life that will lead him to leave what he thought he loved behind. The chorus repeats the idea of not knowing what's going to happen but being excited for the change nonetheless.


In conclusion, "Something's Comin' Up" by Barry Manilow is a song that emphasizes the feeling of anticipation for the unknown, where the singer senses a significant change in their life is coming but they are not sure what it will be.


Line by Line Meaning

Did you ever feel somethin' in the air
Have you ever had a sense of a change or shift in the atmosphere?


And you block it out, but you know it's there
Even though you try to ignore it, you are aware of the presence of this feeling.


Did you ever find, things about to change
Have you ever noticed that things are on the verge of transforming?


I can see the signs all along my way
I am able to detect clues that confirm this feeling.


And I can feel that
I have a strong intuition that what I sense is real.


Something's comin' up
I am certain that a significant event or opportunity is on its way.


And I don't know what it is
However, I am unsure of its exact nature or form.


Something's comin' up
My intuition tells me that change is imminent.


And I don't know where it's gonna take me
But I am uncertain of what path or direction this change will lead me towards.


But there's something dyin'
I sense that something in my life is fading away or coming to an end.


Something bein' born
Simultaneously, I believe that something new and exciting is about to emerge.


I think I'm gonna leave, I gotta get away
I am considering the possibility of making a significant change in my life to escape the things that are weighing me down.


Maybe try Mill Valley, maybe try L.A.
Perhaps I should explore new and unfamiliar places to find the path forward that suits me best.


The people I thought I loved
The individuals whom I believed I had a close relationship with


Well, we don't think the same
No longer share my beliefs or values, which is causing me to reassess my connections with them.


There's fury in my blood
I am feeling a powerful emotion, likely anger and frustration, pulsing through me.


And I can't stand it one more day
I am at my breaking point and feel that I can no longer tolerate the current state of my life and relationships.


Something's comin' up
Despite the challenges I face, I remain convinced that a positive change is on the horizon.


And I don't know what it is
However, I am still uncertain about how this change will manifest itself.


Something's comin' up
I am optimistic as I await whatever the future holds.


And I don't know where it's gonna take me
I am open to the unknown and curious to see where my journey will lead.


But there's something dyin'
While I am eager to embrace change, I am also aware that the past must be left behind for something new to emerge.


And something bein' born
Thus, I am excited for the opportunity to embrace the new experiences and opportunities that lie ahead.


Something's comin' up (comin' up)
Repeated assurance that change is imminent.


Something's comin' up (comin' up)
Further emphasizing the sense of expectation and anticipation.


Something's comin' up (really don't know what it is)
Even though I am uncertain about the exact nature of this change, I remain optimistic that it will bring positive growth and transformation.


Something's comin' up (really don't know what it is)
Conveying a sense of wonder and awe as I consider the endless possibilities that the future might hold.




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BARRY MANILOW

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