Where Are You Going?
David J. Matthews Lyrics
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With your long face
Pullin' 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 have no reasons for you.
I am no hero,
Aw that 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 wanta 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
When you ok.
I am no superman,
I have no answers for you.
I am no hero,
And that's for sure.
But I 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 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,
Aw that's for sure.
But I do know one thing,
That's where are,
Is where I belong.
I do know
Where you go,
Is where I wanta be.
Where are you going
Where do you go.
And a where are you going.
Where...lets go!
The lyrics to Dave Matthews' song, Where Are You Going, seem to be directed at someone who is feeling down and struggling with something in their life. The singer asks where the person is going with their long face, urging them not to hide away like an ocean that one can smell but not see. The ocean is likely a metaphor for the person's emotions, and the sound of waves crashing down represents the turmoil they are experiencing.
The chorus draws emphasis to the singer's lack of heroism, stating that they have no answers or reasons for the person's struggles. However, they do know one thing: that where the person is, is where they belong. The repetition of the phrase "where you go, is where I want to be" further reinforces this sentiment. The singer is telling the person that they are there for them and want to support them, even if they don't have any solutions to their problems.
Overall, the song seems to be a message of comfort and reassurance to someone who is feeling lost or struggling. It emphasizes the importance of human connection and support, even in times of uncertainty or hardship.
Line by Line Meaning
Where are you going
Asking where the person is headed on their journey through life.
With your long face
Observing that the person appears down or sad.
Pullin' down
Noticing that the person is feeling weighed down or burdened.
Don't hide away,
Encouraging the person to not isolate themselves from others.
Like an ocean
Drawing a comparison between the person and the vastness of the sea.
That you can't see
Acknowledge that the person may not fully understand themselves or their emotions.
But you can smell
Suggesting that the person has the ability to sense things that are not immediately visible.
And the sound of waves crash down.
Describing an auditory experience of the ocean's waves.
I am no superman
Admitting that the artist is not perfect or all-knowing.
I have no reasons for you.
Stating that the artist cannot provide explanations for the person's struggles or questions.
I am no hero, Aw that for sure,
Affirming that the singer is not a savior or role model.
But I do know one thing, That's where you are is where I belong.
Emphasizing that the artist feels a strong attachment to the person, regardless of their struggles or uncertainties.
I do know Where you go, Is where I wanta be.
Expressing a desire to accompany the person on their journey.
Are you looking for answers, To questions, under the stars
Posing a question about the person's search for meaning or purpose in life.
Well if along the way, You are grown weary, You can rest with me Until a brighter day
Offering the person support and comfort during difficult times.
When you ok.
Expressing a hope that the person will feel better.
Where do you go.
Repeating the question of the person's destination.
And a where are you going. Where...lets go!
Encouraging the person to continue on their journey and possibly inviting them to embark together.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DAVID JOHN MATTHEWS
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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.