Somewhere
EFUA Lyrics
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Somewhere-ere did he go - somewhere round the corner
One day you'll meet that person and you'll know, I mean they don't come up to you and say I am the person, but you'll know because you've seen that face and heard that laugh and been lost in those eyes somewhere (somewhere), somewhere (somewhere)
They're just around the corner, but if you break into a run every time you get to a corner you won't find them because they're not there yet, they're somewhere (somewhere)
The first time you get that feeling it's like being spiked, 'cause you don't really know what's going on and I was eighteen at the time so I really didn't know what was happening. Anyway, I saw him and I just thought, ahh, if he doesn't kiss me I'll die. (Oh yeah, what you leaving me) So I followed him into the men's room and he stared at me and I stared at him and we go for dinner and then we go for it, full on room service love, we're talking swoon, croon, moon in June, we're talking Mills and Boon man,
Somewhere round the corner, somewhere-ere did he go
Somewhere round the corner, oh how will I know
He wasn't from here, he was from somewhere (somewhere) and he went back there and I died and he came back and I was reborn - oh God I loved him, I love him. So it's still love and everything's going and everything's flowing and he calls me up and he says my sister's coming. So I show her a good time, I mean she wasn't that groovy or anything right, but at the end of the weekend we go to my parents house for dinner, and the family's there and she gets out the family snaps - like you do, and everyone's looking, you know not really looking, and she passes them round, and she shows a picture of their mum, and a picture of their dad, and a picture of the family dog, and a picture of his kids, and a picture of his wife - but I still loved him
Somewhere round the corner, somewhere-ere did he go
Somewhere round the corner, oh how I love him
Somewhere round the corner, somewhere-ere did he go
Somewhere round the corner
So we're cutting to a year later now and I'm more - more happening, I mean I've got more assets and he says to me - okay baby, this is how we do it, we go, you and me, we start afresh, from scratch with nothing, leave everything, you and me, from scratch, with nothing, you and me
What, isn't anyone else going with us? No baby, just you and me, you and me
I leave my penthouse (penthouse), my happening career (career), my posse (posse), my porsche glasses - you know, the ones that go all the way around the sides - Not then when it was bubbling, but now, you wanna go now. I would not like it on a train - I would not like it on a plane - I would not like it ever again
Somewhere round the corner, somewhere-ere did he go
Somewhere round the corner, oh how will I know
So what I'm saying is, when you get to the edge of the cliff - jump off, 'cause you'll always land somewhere (somewhere), somewhere (somewhere). And when you get that feeling of love, so desperate that you'll die, you'll always be reborn - if not by him, by someone, somewhere (somewhere)
I've got another one now, I'm just waiting for someone to bring me the pictures [hah, hah]
Somewhere round the corner, somewhere-ere did he go
Somewhere round the corner, oh how will I know
Somewhere round the corner, somewhere-ere did he go
Somewhere
Oh I'm over it lovey
The lyrics to EFUA's song 'Somewhere' are about the search for true love, and the belief that somewhere out there, the right person is waiting. The song begins with the repetition of the phrase 'somewhere round the corner,' suggesting that the person she is looking for is close, but not yet in sight. EFUA speaks about the feeling of knowing when you meet the right person - it's not something that can be explained or put into words, but you just know. She warns against being too eager and rushing into corners, as the person may not be there yet, and could be somewhere else entirely.
EFUA then goes on to describe her own experience of falling in love. She talks about the intense feeling of love at first sight, and how it can feel like being spiked - a sudden, intense rush of emotion that takes over your body. She recalls following the person she was in love with into the men's room, and then going on a romantic date with him. However, the relationship was not meant to be, as he was already married with children. Despite this, EFUA couldn't help but continue to love him, even when he left and then returned to her life.
The final verse of the song is about the idea of starting anew, leaving everything behind to start over with nothing but love. EFUA talks about leaving behind her material possessions and career to be with the person she loves. The song concludes with a message of hope, that even if love doesn't work out with one person, there is always the possibility of finding it somewhere else.
Overall, 'Somewhere' is a song about the universal search for love, and the ups and downs that come with it. The lyrics are relatable and heartfelt, and EFUA's soulful voice brings them to life.
Line by Line Meaning
Somewhere - somewhere round the corner
The person she is looking for is somewhere near but not exactly at the corner of the street.
Somewhere-ere did he go - somewhere round the corner
She is wondering where the person she is looking for went, but she believes he might still be around the corner somewhere.
One day you'll meet that person and you'll know, I mean they don't come up to you and say I am the person, but you'll know because you've seen that face and heard that laugh and been lost in those eyes somewhere (somewhere), somewhere (somewhere)
When you finally meet the right person, you won't need them to say who they are because you'll recognize them from their face, laugh, and eyes - even if you've only seen them somewhere before.
They're just around the corner, but if you break into a run every time you get to a corner you won't find them because they're not there yet, they're somewhere (somewhere)
Though the person is nearby, there is no need to rush to every corner in search of them because they are still on their way somewhere.
The first time you get that feeling it's like being spiked, 'cause you don't really know what's going on and I was eighteen at the time so I really didn't know what was happening. Anyway, I saw him and I just thought, ahh, if he doesn't kiss me I'll die. (Oh yeah, what you leaving me) So I followed him into the men's room and he stared at me and I stared at him and we go for dinner and then we go for it, full on room service love, we're talking swoon, croon, moon in June, we're talking Mills and Boon man, we're talking love (love, lo-ove) love (love, lo-ove) love (love, lo-ove)
She experienced love at first sight, and unashamedly pursued it with every ounce of her being, even though she was much younger then and unsure of what was happening. They end up enjoying a full night of intimacy, using phrases like 'swoon, croon, moon in June,' to describe just how much they loved each other.
He wasn't from here, he was from somewhere (somewhere) and he went back there and I died and he came back and I was reborn - oh God I loved him, I love him. So it's still love and everything's going and everything's flowing and he calls me up and he says my sister's coming. So I show her a good time, I mean she wasn't that groovy or anything right, but at the end of the weekend we go to my parents house for dinner, and the family's there and she gets out the family snaps - like you do, and everyone's looking, you know not really looking, and she passes them round, and she shows a picture of their mum, and a picture of their dad, and a picture of the family dog, and a picture of his kids, and a picture of his wife - but I still loved him
The person she loved is from somewhere else, and they briefly returned before leaving once again. It continues to be love between them, but she agrees to showing his sister a good time when she comes to visit. However, when at dinner with her family, his sister shows pictures of the person's life including pictures of his wife and children. Even with this knowledge, she still loves him.
So we're cutting to a year later now and I'm more - more happening, I mean I've got more assets and he says to me - okay baby, this is how we do it, we go, you and me, we start afresh, from scratch with nothing, leave everything, you and me, from scratch, with nothing, you and me What, isn't anyone else going with us? No baby, just you and me, you and me I leave my penthouse (penthouse), my happening career (career), my posse (posse), my porsche glasses - you know, the ones that go all the way around the sides - Not then when it was bubbling, but now, you wanna go now. I would not like it on a train - I would not like it on a plane - I would not like it ever again
One year later, she has gained more in life than before, but the person she loves suggests that they abandon everything and start again from scratch, just the two of them. Despite her initial surprise, she agrees and gives up everything to start anew with him, even leaving behind her high-end residence, career, friends, and her favorite sunglasses.
So what I'm saying is, when you get to the edge of the cliff - jump off, 'cause you'll always land somewhere (somewhere), somewhere (somewhere). And when you get that feeling of love, so desperate that you'll die, you'll always be reborn - if not by him, by someone, somewhere (somewhere) I've got another one now, I'm just waiting for someone to bring me the pictures [hah, hah]
What she's trying to say is that when you're filled with excitement and love, it's okay to take risks and fall off the edge of the cliff; even if you don't know where you'll land, there's always a place to land at the bottom. Additionally, when you've loved so deeply that you feel like your whole world has ended, love can be reborn again - either with the same or someone else, somewhere else. She ends with a humorous remark, saying she's waiting for someone to bring her pictures of her next love.
Somewhere round the corner, somewhere-ere did he go
She's still looking for the person at every corner, wondering where he could have gone.
Somewhere round the corner, oh how will I know
In spite of looking, she's still unsure how she'll know when she's found the person she's searching for.
Somewhere round the corner
Reiteration of the idea that the person she's looking for is somewhere nearby.
Oh I'm over it lovey
She ends the song with a dismissive statement implying that she's moved on from her previous love.
Contributed by Madelyn E. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@jonmilligan8069
Oh my god… I found this song ‘somewhere’…
It’s only take me almost thirty years! 👌
It was never a massive song, but still remains standout distinctive in its own little way! I think Radio 1 were the only station who ever played it!
Bit if a little 90’s gem in a mad old way! Brings back memories of a certain era! 💪
@OhNoItIsNathan3
It was a top 20 hit in Australia. Weird that it was more popular in Australia than the UK.
@maratonlegendelenemirei3352
I only ever heard it a couple of times on the radio (Radio.1) back in summer 93 and it stuck to me for some reason.
@Soradakanizat
Not a massive hit? Literally was in the top 25 in 1933. It’s a trash song though, she’s just talking on the song
@Missdoubletrouble541
Just found it too. At last!
@shoominati23
I remember Triple J used to play this in Australia back in about 93
@Romans8-9
It made the hottest 100 for that year at 26. lol. Surprising how many pop artists made the the hottest 100 back in those days, when Triple J wasn´t elitist.
@terrycarthy4433
Yep...J's used to flog it in 93' ; don't think I've listened to 'em since the days of Maynard 'F -sharp' Crabbes!
@roybennett4445
Yes I know I lived I Rushcutters bay it was fantastic days back then...no bloody masks
@terrycarthy4433
@@roybennett4445 ; yep no masks cos' no global airborne disease in 1993. Somewhere indeed...