His mother played songs by Frank Sinatra to him as a child, and he later became a fan of Motown and other R&B/soul music. He took piano lessons as a child, but he did not like them. He would skip the lessons and ride his bicycle across the bridge from his grandfather's farm over to the heart of the black "Chicken Hill" ghetto, where he could just listen and absorb the music.
In the 1960s, Hall attended Temple University, but did not graduate, preferring instead to spend his time singing on the street corners and play with various musicians and groups. At that time, Daryl Hohl (as he was called then) sang backup for different bands. He eventually changed his last name to Hall. Daryl Hall idolized the Temptations and began to perform session work as a singer. He first met John Oates at a band competition.
After John transferred to a different school, Daryl joined the band Gulliver, which released one eponymous album in 1969 before being dropped from their label.
Daryl is the host of the wildly popular online show entitled "Live From Daryl's House", where Daryl and the band collaborate with artists from various musical genres on the 15th of each month. The first episode aired in 2007, and it's still going strong. Best of all, it's free to watch.
What's in Your World
Daryl Hall Lyrics
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I'm trying so hard to understand
Searching my soul just so find any line
That connects me to whatever you are hiding
Remember how we used to be
We shared the best baby, the best of everything
Now it seems like we're slowly drifting apart
Tell me when did we stop communicating
Chorus:
What's in you world
What'cha trying to hide from me
I can't fight what I can't see
I need so know what's going on
What's in your world
I'm standing here with a broken heart
Trying to stop before l start
Falling all over again
Baby I need to know
Need for you to show
What's in your world
Girl I'm not ready to walk away from you
Unless you say that it's over and done, I know
I'll do what I gotta do
It's time to remind you that love's on the line
So baby say what you gotta say
But if you're gonna walk away (tell me)
[Chorus:]
Now I'm sure you understand
That a man must be a man
I've got so many promises to keep
Maybe I'm in too deep
Can't see tho other side
And baby all I want to do is satisfy
How can I give you what you need
When you're not telling me
[Chorus: Repeat 2X]
In Daryl Hall's song "What's in Your World", the singer is attempting to understand the inner turmoil and hidden emotions of his partner. He is pleading with her to open up to him and let him know what is going on in her world. The lyrics express his confusion and frustration at the fact that they seem to be drifting apart and that they are no longer communicating heart to heart. He reflects on their past together and laments that they have become unable to share the best of everything as they once did.
The chorus reiterates the theme of the song and asks once more, "what's in your world?" The singer is desperate to know what is happening with his partner and is asking her to show him. He does not want to give up on their relationship but cannot do anything to make it better until he knows what it is that is bothering her.
Overall, the song is about the importance of communication in a relationship and how a lack of it can lead to heartbreak and falling out of love.
Line by Line Meaning
Tell me what world you're living in
I want to understand your perspective and experiences.
I'm trying so hard to understand
I am putting in a lot of effort to comprehend your position.
Searching my soul just so find any line
I am introspecting deeply to find any commonality between us.
That connects me to whatever you are hiding
I am trying to understand you better and uncover any secrets you may be hiding.
Remember how we used to be
I am reminiscing about the good old days when we were happy together.
We shared the best baby, the best of everything
We had a strong relationship and shared the best experiences together.
Now it seems like we're slowly drifting apart
Our relationship is deteriorating, and we are becoming distant.
Tell me when did we stop communicating
I want to know when we stopped effectively communicating with each other.
Heart to heart
I want us to communicate honestly and openly with each other.
What's in you world
I am asking you to open up and share with me what is going on in your life.
What'cha trying to hide from me
I suspect that you are holding something back from me and want you to share it.
I can't fight what I can't see
I cannot address a problem that I am not aware of or cannot understand.
I need so know what's going on
I need you to tell me what is happening in your life and our relationship.
I'm standing here with a broken heart
I feel heartbroken and discouraged about our relationship.
Trying to stop before l start
I am trying to avoid getting hurt again.
Falling all over again
I am in danger of falling in love with you again, despite my apprehension.
Baby I need to know
I need you to explain what is going on between us.
Need for you to show
I need you to demonstrate your commitment to me and our relationship.
Girl I'm not ready to walk away from you
I am not prepared to give up on our relationship just yet.
Unless you say that it's over and done, I know
Unless you explicitly end our relationship, I will continue to hold on.
I'll do what I gotta do
I am willing to do whatever it takes to make our relationship work.
It's time to remind you that love's on the line
I need to remind you that our relationship is in jeopardy and needs attention.
So baby say what you gotta say
I want you to be honest with me and express what is on your mind.
But if you're gonna walk away (tell me)
If you are going to end things, please tell me directly.
Now I'm sure you understand
I hope you now grasp the gravity of our situation.
That a man must be a man
I must act responsibly and make tough decisions.
I've got so many promises to keep
I have committed to so many things, and need to follow through.
Maybe I'm in too deep
Perhaps I have taken on too much.
Can't see tho other side
I am unsure of what the future holds.
And baby all I want to do is satisfy
All I want is to make you happy and meet your needs.
How can I give you what you need
I cannot meet your needs unless you communicate them to me.
When you're not telling me
If you do not open up to me, I cannot give you what you need.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ALAN EDWARD GORRIE, SCOTT STEVEN PARKER, LOUIS E. III BROWN, DARYL HALL
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@user-ro6cl5cv4f
It’s 2024 now and this is my all time favorite song of yours , Daryl! ❤.
@user-cy8rr6zq7d
Darryl's singing voice and personality are indispensable in my life. Thank you for your continued support.
@lizzienriquez
such a beautiful, soulful song, only Dary Hall can sing ❤❤❤
@spencer5637
No matter what Daryl sings, he always touches my heart.
@dorothykuveke1217
This song for me today is like a fairy tale. That will just never come true 😢Here's a man pouring out his love ❤for a woman who he will probably never get back😢 Yet,,,,,, what he would give to be part of her world 🌍
@user-cy8rr6zq7d
your comment is very profound
@bruno51641
Daryl Hall is a musical genius ❤
@judym216
Dear Daryl, an astounding performance!! Japan was honored to have you perform, I am sure!! Breathtaking and captivating. Thank you so much for sharing. Please have an enjoyable and safe week. Warmest regards always and blessings. 🙏🎹🎼🎶💫✨🕊👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
@sherreefalvey6959
the best concert of daryl
@venetiahuffman8561
The raw emotion Daryl Hall brings to his singing is so powerful.