Simpson began to record songs in his bedroom during the summer of 2009 on YouTube, performing Jason Mraz's "I'm Yours", "Cry Me a River" by Justin Timberlake, and his own songs, "One" and "Perfect". He was subsequently discovered on YouTube by Shawn Campbell, a Grammy-nominated record producer who has produced for Jay-Z and other artists and moved to the US in June 2010 to sign with Atlantic Records. His debut single, iYiYi (featuring. Flo Rida), was released in June 2010 and peaked in the top 20 in Australia and top 30 in New Zealand.
Simpson released two studio albums with Atlantic Records, Paradise (2012), and Surfers Paradise (2013), before departing the label due to creative differences in August 2014. His first independent release, 2015's Free, marked a shift from his teen pop music to a more acoustic rock singer/songwriter sound. In 2017 he formed a band called Cody Simpson and the Tide, and released the blues and surf-rock influenced EPs Wave One (2018) and Wave Two (2019) before splitting in 2019.
In 2019, Simpson returned to solo work, releasing the single Golden Thing on 18 October, a song he wrote about his then-girlfriend Miley Cyrus.
In December 2020, Simpson revealed on Instagram that he had qualified for the Australian Olympic trials in the 100m butterfly, but failed to qualify for the Tokyo Olympics after finishing in 8th place in the trails in Adelaide in June 2021. He is currently training to make the 2024 Paris Olympics.
On 25 January 2022, Simpson released his first single in more than two years, Nice To Meet You, the first single off his upcoming 4th studio album, due to be released in early 2022.
Wish U Were Here
Cody Simpson Lyrics
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I don't know what's the meaning
But I know it's strong
And it's over you
All I want is to be home with you
Oh ooh oh
I'm coming right back
Oh ooh oh
Livin' without you is a
No no
I'm coming right back
Oh ooh oh
I wish you were here
Yeah, I wish you were here
Music is better
And lights are brighter when you are near
Am I making it clear?
The music is better
And right now I just wish you were here
Oh ooh oh
Right now I just wish you were here
Oh ooh oh
Right now I just wish you were here
At night
A different city
Brighter lights, should be pretty
But they can't compare, no
To the light from you
All I want right now is to be home with you
Oh ooh oh
I'm coming right back
Oh ooh oh
Livin' without you is a
No no
I'm coming right back
Oh ooh oh
I wish you were here
Yeah, I wish you were here
Music is better
And lights are brighter when you are near
Am I making it clear?
The music is better
And right now I just wish you were here
Oh ooh oh
Right now I just wish you were here
Oh ooh oh
Right now I just wish you were here
Can't wait 'til you come back home
I know it's late, hold you above the phone
It so hard gettin' by all alone
So call me back, leave a message at the tone
I know, you know, I know we can make it by
It's been too long since I've looked into you eyes
And I'm waitin', so hurry back
Bring the shine boy
You better follow the path
Car, bus, train, go and get a cab
Or just fly here- Jet pack
Roger that, do you copy?
I was a puzzle piece but you solved me
Our future, I see is so clear
And right now
I wish you were here
Yeah, I wish you were here
Music is better
And lights are brighter when you are near
Am I making it clear?
The music is better
And right now I just wish you were here
Oh ooh oh
Right now I just wish you were here
Oh ooh oh
Right now I just wish you were here
Oh ooh oh
Right now I just wish you were here
Oh ooh oh
Right now I just wish you were here
The lyrics to Cody Simpson's "Wish U Were Here" is a story about the longing for a loved one and the realization that the presence of that person makes everything brighter and better. The first verse describes the singer's feeling of not knowing the purpose of his emotions, but he acknowledges that it is intense and connected to a person he left behind. He yearns to be back home with this person, and the chorus repeats his desire for their presence because the music and lights are better when they are near.
In the second verse, the singer juxtaposes the bustling city he's currently in with his desire for the presence of his loved one. The bright lights of the different city are impressive, but they can't compare to the softer and brighter light that the person he misses brings into his life. The lyrics in the bridge are spoken from the perspective of the singer's loved one, reassuring him that they can make their relationship work and urging him to hurry back to her, which he agrees.
The song's lyrics are precise and don't shy from expressing the pure emotion of longing and desire for someone. It's easy to empathize and relate to the lyrics, even if you have never been in a long-distance relationship. The song encourages the idea of being present in the moment and cherishing the moments when you have your loved ones nearby. It is a beautiful song that captures a universal theme of longing for someone you love.
Line by Line Meaning
Lately I got this feeling
Recently, I've been experiencing an emotion
I don't know what's the meaning
I'm unsure of what this emotion means
But I know it's strong
However, I recognize that this emotion is intense
And it's over you
And it's related to you
All I want is to be home with you
My deepest desire is to be with you at home
Oh ooh oh
I'm coming right back
I'm going to return soon
Livin' without you is a
Living without you is a
No no
No, I can't do it
I wish you were here
I desire for you to be present here
Yeah, I wish you were here
Yes, I deeply wish that you were here
Music is better
Music becomes better
And lights are brighter when you are near
And everything is more vibrant when you're around
Am I making it clear?
Do you understand what I'm saying?
The music is better
The music improves
And right now I just wish you were here
And at this moment, my only wish is for you to be present
At night
At nighttime
A different city
In a different city
Brighter lights, should be pretty
Brighter lights, which should be attractive
But they can't compare, no
But they can't match up to
To the light from you
The presence of you
Can't wait 'til you come back home
I am eager for you to return home
I know it's late, hold you above the phone
I understand that it's late, but I want to talk to you so much that it's like I'm holding you above the phone
It so hard gettin' by all alone
It's very difficult to cope by myself
So call me back, leave a message at the tone
Please call me back and leave a message if I don't answer
I know, you know, I know we can make it by
I know that we both know that we can overcome this separation
It's been too long since I've looked into you eyes
It's been too much time since I've gazed into your eyes
And I'm waitin', so hurry back
And I'm waiting for you, so please return quickly
Bring the shine boy
Bring your best self
You better follow the path
You had better follow your intended direction
Car, bus, train, go and get a cab
Use any form of transportation to get here quickly
Or just fly here- Jet pack
or use a Jet Pack to fly directly here
Roger that, do you copy?
Understood, are you receiving my message?
I was a puzzle piece but you solved me
I used to be incomplete, but you completed me
Our future, I see is so clear
Our future is evident and evident
And right now
And at this moment
Oh ooh oh
Right now I just wish you were here
At this moment, my only desire is for you to be present
Oh ooh oh
Right now I just wish you were here
At this moment, my only desire is for you to be present
Oh ooh oh
Right now I just wish you were here
At this moment, my only desire is for you to be present
Oh ooh oh
Right now I just wish you were here
At this moment, my only desire is for you to be present
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Becky Gomez, Bonnie Mckee, Henry Walter, Lukasz Gottwald, Taio Cruz
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Nize Taehyung
Ultimamente eu tenho esse sentimento
Eu não sei qual é o significado
Mas eu sei que é forte
E é sobre você
Tudo que eu quero é estar em casa com você
Oh oh oh
Estou voltando agora mesmo
Oh oh oh
Viver sem você é (não, não)
Estou voltando agora mesmo
Oh oh oh
Eu queria que você estivesse aqui
Sim, eu queria que você estivesse aqui
A música é melhor
E as luzes são mais brilhantes
Quando você está perto
Estou deixando claro?
A música é melhor
E agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui
Oh oh oh
Agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui
Oh oh oh
Agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui
À noite
Uma cidade diferente
Luzes mais brilhantes
Devia ser muito
Mas elas não se podem comparar, não
Á luz que vem de você
Tudo que eu quero agora é estar em casa com você
Oh oh oh
Estou indo de volta
Oh oh oh
Viver sem você é (não, não)
Estou voltando agora mesmo
Oh oh oh
Eu queria que você estivesse aqui
Sim, eu queria que você estivesse aqui
A música é melhor
E as luzes são mais brilhantes
Quando você está perto
Estou deixando claro?
A música é melhor
E agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui
Oh oh oh
Agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui
Oh oh oh
Agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui
Oh oh oh
Agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui
[Becky G]
Sim, Becky G, hey
Não posso esperar até você voltar para casa
Eu sei que é tarde, te segurar no telefone
É tão dificil ficar totalmente sozinha
Então me ligue de volta, deixe uma mensagem ao bipe
Eu sei, você sabe, eu sei que nós podemos fazer isso
Já faz muito tempo desde que eu olhei em seus olhos
E eu estou esperando então volte depressa
Tragam o menino brilhante
É melhor você seguir o caminho
Carro, ônibus, trem, vá e pegue um táxi
Ou apenas voe aqui, faça as malas
Mensagem recebida que, está ouvindo?
Eu era uma peça de quebra-cabeça, mas você me resolveu
Nosso future, eu o vejo claramente
E agora...
Eu queria que você estivesse aqui
Sim, eu queria que você estivesse aqui
A música é melhor
E as luzes são mais brilhantes
Quando você está perto
Estou deixando claro?
A música é melhor
E agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui
Oh oh oh
Agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui
Oh oh oh
Agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui
Oh oh oh
Agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui
Oh oh oh
Agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui
Zoe-Mae Faulkner
The lyrics:
Lately I got this feeling
I don't know what's the meaning
But I know it's strong
And it's over you
All I want is to be home with you
Oh ooh oh
I'm coming right back
Ho-ome
Livin' without you is a
Noo Noo
I'm coming right back
Ho-ome
[Chorus:]
I wish you were here
Yeah, I wish you were here
Music is better
And lights are brighter when you are near
Am I making it clear?
The music is better
And right now I just wish you were here
Oh ooh oh
Right now I just wish you were here
Oh ooh oh
Right now I just wish you were here
Every night
A different city
Bright lights, should be pretty
But they can't compare, no
To the light from you
All I want right now is to be home with you
Oh ooh oh
I'm coming right back
Ho-ome
Livin' without you is a
Noo Noo
I'm coming right back
Ho-ome
[Chorus:]
I wish you were here
Yeah, I wish you were here
Music is better
And lights are brighter when you are near
Am I making it clear?
The music is better
And right now I just wish you were here
Oh ooh oh
Right now I just wish you were here
Oh ooh oh
Right now I just wish you were here
Oh ooh oh
Right now I just wish you were here
Oh ooh oh
Right now I just wish you were here
I can't wait 'til you come back home
I know it's late, hoped you were by the phone
It so hard gettin' by all alone
So call me back, leave a message at the tone
I know, you know, I know we can make it by
It's been too long since I've looked into your eyes
And I'm waitin', so hurry back
Bring the shine girl
You better follow the path
Car, bus, train, go and get a cab
Or just fly here- Jet pack
Roger that, do you copy?
I was a puzzle piece but you solved me
Our future, I see it so clear
And right now...
I wish you were here
Yeah, I wish you were here
Music is better
And lights are brighter when you are near
Am I making it clear?
The music is better
And right now I just wish you were here
Oh ooh oh
Right now I just wish you were here
Oh ooh oh
Right now I just wish you were here
Oh ooh oh
Right now I just wish you were here
Oh ooh oh
Right now I just wish you were here
ladycavie94
Honestly, this is probably my favorite song that Cody sings live! Its always the the most incredible vocals compiled in one song that prove why Cody's the raddest man out there! Much love
Micha Ella
It's really cool to hear these songs with a really earthy tone to them, they were so amazing before, but now they just sound really chill and amazing in a different way!
Lion Heart
Your voice, you, the sound, everything makes me cry... I saw you grow up, I saw you begin with your dream and one guitar and you make it Cody, you really make it, you're leaving that dream and we're lucky to have you. Everybody will see it, you're a talented young boy who is real to himself and to his fans. This is the best family, thanks <3
Aimee Lemieux
Wow. Your voice has matured into something even more incredible and wow. Just wow.
Daisy
your voice is sooo good ilysm ♥
Casie RM
Me encanta esta canción <3
Agnes
I've always liked this song and wanted to hear him sing this with his "older" voice. He did a great job! Love it
Kristy Neverstoplovingyou
Hacia tanto que me había olvidado de lo grande que es cody simpson. Le amo<3
Lauren Jayne Stubley
Youre an amazing singer, proud to have supported you since 2011, you've come so far with your music, and I bet you still have so far to go, ill support you every step of the way. :). Love you Cody! ♡ @LaurenStubley ♡
Nize Taehyung
Ultimamente eu tenho esse sentimento
Eu não sei qual é o significado
Mas eu sei que é forte
E é sobre você
Tudo que eu quero é estar em casa com você
Oh oh oh
Estou voltando agora mesmo
Oh oh oh
Viver sem você é (não, não)
Estou voltando agora mesmo
Oh oh oh
Eu queria que você estivesse aqui
Sim, eu queria que você estivesse aqui
A música é melhor
E as luzes são mais brilhantes
Quando você está perto
Estou deixando claro?
A música é melhor
E agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui
Oh oh oh
Agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui
Oh oh oh
Agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui
À noite
Uma cidade diferente
Luzes mais brilhantes
Devia ser muito
Mas elas não se podem comparar, não
Á luz que vem de você
Tudo que eu quero agora é estar em casa com você
Oh oh oh
Estou indo de volta
Oh oh oh
Viver sem você é (não, não)
Estou voltando agora mesmo
Oh oh oh
Eu queria que você estivesse aqui
Sim, eu queria que você estivesse aqui
A música é melhor
E as luzes são mais brilhantes
Quando você está perto
Estou deixando claro?
A música é melhor
E agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui
Oh oh oh
Agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui
Oh oh oh
Agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui
Oh oh oh
Agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui
[Becky G]
Sim, Becky G, hey
Não posso esperar até você voltar para casa
Eu sei que é tarde, te segurar no telefone
É tão dificil ficar totalmente sozinha
Então me ligue de volta, deixe uma mensagem ao bipe
Eu sei, você sabe, eu sei que nós podemos fazer isso
Já faz muito tempo desde que eu olhei em seus olhos
E eu estou esperando então volte depressa
Tragam o menino brilhante
É melhor você seguir o caminho
Carro, ônibus, trem, vá e pegue um táxi
Ou apenas voe aqui, faça as malas
Mensagem recebida que, está ouvindo?
Eu era uma peça de quebra-cabeça, mas você me resolveu
Nosso future, eu o vejo claramente
E agora...
Eu queria que você estivesse aqui
Sim, eu queria que você estivesse aqui
A música é melhor
E as luzes são mais brilhantes
Quando você está perto
Estou deixando claro?
A música é melhor
E agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui
Oh oh oh
Agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui
Oh oh oh
Agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui
Oh oh oh
Agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui
Oh oh oh
Agora eu só queria que você estivesse aqui