Where Are You Going
Dave Mathews Band Lyrics
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Don't hide away, like an ocean
But you can't see, but you can smell
And the sound of waves crash down
I am no superman
I have no answers for you
I am no hero, oh that's for sure
Is where you are, is where I belong
I do know, where you go, is where I want to be
Where are you going, where do you go?
Are you looking for answers, to questions under the stars?
If along the way you are growing weary, you can rest with me until a brighter day
It's okay, where are you going, where do you go?
I am no superman
I have no answers for you
I am no hero, oh that's for sure
But I do know one thing
Is where you are, is where I belong
I do know, where you go, is where I want to be
Where are you going, where do you go?
Are you looking for answers, where do you go?
Where are you going?
Where do you go?
Let's go.
In this song, Dave Matthews is addressing someone who seems lost and downtrodden. He is asking where they are going with their "long face pulling down" and urging them not to hide away like an ocean. Matthews then describes how even if this person can't physically see the ocean, they can still smell it and hear the sound of the waves crashing down.
Matthews then admits that he is no superhero and has no answers for this person's problems, but he knows one thing: where they are is where he belongs, and where they go is where he wants to be. He asks this person if they are looking for answers to questions under the stars and offers to let them rest with him until a brighter day. He then ends the song by asking, "Where are you going? Where do you go?"
Line by Line Meaning
Where are you going, with your long face pulling down?
What's bothering you? Don't keep it inside and let it bring you down.
Don't hide away, like an ocean
Don't retreat into yourself and keep your troubles hidden.
But you can't see, but you can smell
Even though you may not see the way forward, you can sense the opportunities and risks.
And the sound of waves crash down
The world may be tumultuous and uncertain, but we can find reassurance in the natural beauty that surrounds us.
I am no superman
I am not infallible or all-powerful.
I have no answers for you
I cannot provide a definitive solution to your problems.
I am no hero, oh that's for sure
I am not a savior or protector figure.
But I do know one thing
Despite my limitations, there is one truth I am certain of.
Is where you are, is where I belong
Being with you is where I feel like I truly belong.
I do know, where you go, is where I want to be
I don't know what the future holds, but I do know I want to be by your side wherever you go.
Where are you going, where do you go?
What are your plans and aspirations? What direction are you headed?
Are you looking for answers, to questions under the stars?
Are you contemplating the mysteries and possibilities of life under the vastness of the night sky?
If along the way you are growing weary, you can rest with me until a brighter day
If your journey is tiring and difficult, take comfort in knowing that you can lean on me for support and that there are brighter days to come.
It's okay, where are you going, where do you go?
No matter what happens or where you end up, it's okay. I'm still here and I still care.
Let's go.
Let's face the future together, wherever it may take us.
Contributed by Kylie N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@justalonesoul5825
Where are you going?
With your long face
Pulling down
Don't hide away
Like an ocean
That you can't see but you can smell
And the sound of waves crash down
I am no Superman
I have no reasons for you
I am no hero
Oh, that's for sure
But I do know one thing
Is where you are is where I belong
I do know where you go
That's where I want to be
Where are you going?
Where do you go?
Are you looking for answers
To questions under the stars?
Well, if along the way
You are grown weary
You can rest with me until
A brighter day and you're okay
I am no Superman
I have no answers for you
I am no hero
Oh, that's for sure
But I do know one thing
And that's where you are, is where I belong
I do know where you go
Is where I want to be
Where are you going?
Where do you go?
Where do you go?
Where are you going?
Where do you go?
I am no Superman
I have no answers for you
I am no hero
Oh, that's for sure
But I do know one thing
That's where you are, is where I belong
I do know where you go
Is where I want to be
Where are you going?
Where do you go?
Where are you going?
Where?
Well, let's go
@normapadro420
This song reminds me of a time in my life where I was trying to figure out where I was going in life. I am where I belong right now.
@sdm1568
Ok? Whats your next profound statement, einstein? water is wet? The sky is blue? Brilliant! Deep! 😂
@Ilovejonandsarah
Just found out that my sister passed away, this one goes out to her. I love you so much my older sister. ♥️
@a.j.4317
Sorry for your loss
@goalie2998
Sorry for your loss. May she fly high .
@lisaconnolly6467
😢 So , sorry 😢
@tatianabarnett5541
I'm so sorry!!! I hope your ok right now!!
@healyourheart8
I will never ever ever get sick of this song ❤
@IsangDipangLangit
My wedding march song. Thank you so much Dave Matthews for your music ❤
@Alisibeth_Talia212
Dave, you may never read this, but I wanted to thank you for so many years of great music and childhood memories of just sitting in my room and listening to your songs on my MP3 player when I had a stressful day. Listening to this song brought tears to my eyes, and it reminded me that there are still some good things in life that are worth living for, like listening to your music for instance. Your songs still spark this child-like wonder in me when I listen to them, and it's wonderful experience. Thank you so much for being there for me when times were tough on me.