"Welcome to Wherever You Are" failed to gain success in the US, but it reached the top 40 in several European countries, including the UK (#19), Italy (#33) and Germany (#40)[1]. Speaking about the song on Larry King Live, Jon Bon Jovi said "I thought for sure this was going to be a universal, timeless theme song of unity, diversity. Not a hit, not even close. Swing and a miss."
"Welcome to Wherever You Are" is a song of affirmation, about accepting who you are and being comfortable in your own skin. Jon Bon Jovi claims the song is greatly influenced by events during the 2004 Presidential Election.[2] Jon campaigned for John Kerry during that time. The song is also notable for being one of the few Bon Jovi songs lacking a guitar solo. The song also shares its name with an episode of The West Wing's seventh series, in which Jon Bon Jovi appears endorsing the fictional presidential nomination Matt Santos.
Welcome To Wherever You Are
Bon Jovi Lyrics
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We all got the blood of Eden running through our veins
I know sometimes it's hard for you to see
You're caught between just who you are and who you want to be
If you feel alone and lost and need a friend
Remember every new beginning is some beginning's end
This is your life, you made it this far
Welcome, you got to believe
That right here, right now
You're exactly where you're supposed to be
Welcome to wherever you are
When everybody's in and you're left out
And you feel you're drowning in the shadow of a doubt
Everyone's a miracle in their own way
Just listen to yourself, not what other people say
When it's seems you're lost, alone and feeling down
Remember everybody's different, just take a look around
Welcome to wherever you are
This is your life, you made it this far
Welcome, you got to believe
Right here, right now
You're exactly where you're supposed to be
Be who you want to be
Be who you are
Everyone's a hero
Everyone's a star
When you want to give up and your heart's about to break
Remember that you're perfect, God makes no mistakes
Welcome to wherever you are
This is your life, you made it this far
Welcome, you got to believe
Right here, right now
You're exactly where you're supposed to be
And I say welcome
I say welcome
Welcome
The lyrics of Welcome To Wherever You Are by Bon Jovi highlights the idea that regardless of our differences, we are all essentially the same as we all have "the blood of Eden running through our veins". The song speaks to those who may be feeling lost, alone, and drowning in doubt, reminding them that they are not alone and that they should believe in themselves. It encourages people to be who they want to be and to remember that everyone is a hero and a star in their own unique way.
The line "Remember every new beginning is some beginning's end" serves as a reminder of the constant cycle of life where one thing ends, allowing something new to begin. The song acknowledges that life can be tough and that people are not perfect, but it also recognizes the importance of self-love and acceptance. The lyrics are intended to inspire people to embrace their individuality and to trust that they are exactly where they are supposed to be in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Maybe we're all different but we're still the same
Although we may differ in various ways, we are all united by our humanity.
We all got the blood of Eden running through our veins
We all share a common ancestry and origin.
I know sometimes it's hard for you to see
You're caught between just who you are and who you want to be
It can be challenging to reconcile one's true self with the person they aspire to be.
If you feel alone and lost and need a friend
Remember every new beginning is some beginning's end
When you're feeling isolated or directionless, keep in mind that every fresh start marks the end of something else.
Welcome to wherever you are
This is your life, you made it this far
Welcome, you got to believe
That right here, right now
You're exactly where you're supposed to be
Welcome to wherever you are
You're not in the wrong place or wrong time. You've achieved what you accomplished so far, and you deserve to take pride in that.
When everybody's in and you're left out
And you feel you're drowning in the shadow of a doubt
Everyone's a miracle in their own way
Just listen to yourself, not what other people say
If you're feeling left out or uncertain, remember that everyone has their unique gifts to offer, and it's essential to follow your own inner voice.
When it's seems you're lost, alone and feeling down
Remember everybody's different, just take a look around
When you're down in the dumps or struggling, remind yourself of the diversity of people and experiences around you and take heart that other folks have been where you are before.
Be who you want to be
Be who you are
Everyone's a hero
Everyone's a star
Forge your path and be the person you want to be without concern for other people's opinions. We all have the potential to be someone great.
When you want to give up and your heart's about to break
Remember that you're perfect, God makes no mistakes
When you're feeling hopeless or at your wit's end, recall that you're unique and capable of achieving great things in your life.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: RICHARD SAMBORA, JOHN SHANKS, JON BON JOVI
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Maybe we're different, but we're still the same
We all got the blood of Eden, running through our veins
I know sometimes it's hard for you to see
You come between just who you are and who you wanna be
If you feel alone, and lost and need a friend
Remember every new beginning, is some beginning's end
[Chorus]
Welcome to wherever you are
This is your life, you made it this far
Welcome, you gotta believe
That right here right now, you're exactly where you're supposed to be
Welcome, to wherever you are
When everybody's in, and you're left out
And you feel your drowning, in a shadow of a doubt
Everyones a miracle in their own way
Just listen to yourself, not what other people say
When it seems you're lost, alone and feeling down
Remember everybody's different
Just take a look around
[Chorus]
Be who you want to, be who you are
Everyones a hero, everyones a star
When you wanna give up, and your hearts about to break
Remember that you're perfect, God makes no mistakes
Richard Criss
This song literally saved my life, In my darkest times. When you wanna give up and your hearts about to break, remember that you’re perfect god makes no mistakes. Powerful. Thank you Jon, richie, tico, and Brian!
Baby Deling
"Bon jovi " best Band ever ❤️🔥danke für deine Musik und für jeden deiner Songs!!! Deine Stimme und jeder deiner Worte ist spürbar !!! Du bist so besonders 🩵🩵🩵🤍🤍🤍thanks jon 💞💜much love ❤️🔥 ❤❤❤
Ajda Marin
this song makes me cry. i'm 14 and i'm the biggest bon jovi fan. god bless these beautiful people. i love them with all my heart❤️
Linquty
I'm 15 and this song makes me cry cry too...BON JOVI FOREVER! ❤
Юлия Кравченко
I'm in love since 1994 💓 Bon Jovi forever
Erik Simonsen
I’m 17 and I listen to pretty much only Bon Jovi lol. BJ Forever
Stefania S
They are the best ❤️❤️❤️
Dorina Armioni
GOD BLESS YOU!❤
Neelesh Banerjee
Undoubtedly one of the best songs I've ever heard in life, when Bon Jovi said - "Remember you're perfect, God makes no mistakes" hits hard <3
MJS_DRAWING
That's why, don't say you're not perfect if you made mistake bcoz mistake makes you perfect.