Where Are You?
Eric Martin Lyrics


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I don't know where you are anymore
There's a theory that I have you left me for
Imperfections
And the inability to be on my own

The vultures have picked my body clean
It's a miracle to me that I still have the skin
To believe you
But you always get a second chance to play
God

Where are you' When I fall out of the sky
Where are you' And why am I denied
Where are you' with dove in hand
Am I damned if I come undone'


So I'm not your angel anymore
Is it easier to lessen the weight of the world'
On your shoulders
Than to understand the undertow
That holds me down

Were you looking when I clawed my way out'
Was it my imagination
Or were you behind the curtain
The one that's pulling all the strings






My hypocrisy gets the best of me
And my head is full of you

Overall Meaning

The opening lines of the song “Where are you?” by Eric Martin questions the whereabouts of a loved one who has left without any explanation. The lyrics are full of cynicism and self-doubt, the singer stating that his imperfections and inability to be on his own have led to the departure of his loved one. The lyrics “the vultures have picked my body clean, it’s a miracle to me that I still have skin to believe you” suggest that the singer has gone through a difficult phase, with his own beliefs and confidence shaken.


The chorus is a call for help and reassurance, the singer questioning why he has been denied help and support from his loved one. The lyrics “Where are you? When I fall out of the sky, Where are you? And why am I denied, Where are you? With dove in hand, Am I damned if I come undone?” suggest that the singer is having a hard time finding his way back to his loved one, despite the hardships he has endured.


The lyrics suggest a constant search for answers and the need for a second chance to rectify things. The singer is questioning his own actions with the lyrics “My hypocrisy gets the best of me, And my head is full of you”. Overall, the song is not just a love song but a relatable snapshot of our lives, full of deep emotions of heartbreak and the search for acceptance.


Line by Line Meaning

I don't know where you are anymore
I am uncertain about your location right now


There's a theory that I have you left me for
I believe that you left me because of my flaws


Imperfections
My shortcomings and limitations


And the inability to be on my own
My dependency on others and lack of independence


The vultures have picked my body clean
I have been through a lot of hardships and struggles


It's a miracle to me that I still have the skin
It's surprising that I am still alive after everything


To believe you
To trust in you and have faith in our relationship


But you always get a second chance to play God
You have the power to control and manipulate situations


Where are you' When I fall out of the sky
Where are you when I am in need the most


Where are you' And why am I denied
Why are you not there for me and why do I feel rejected


Where are you' with dove in hand
Where are you with hope and peace in your hand


Am I damned if I come undone'
Will I be punished if I break down and show vulnerability


So I'm not your angel anymore
I am no longer perfect or flawless in your eyes


Is it easier to lessen the weight of the world'
Is it easier to let go and not carry the burden of responsibility


On your shoulders
On yourself and your own problems


Than to understand the undertow
Than to comprehend and deal with the hidden struggles


That holds me down
That keep me from reaching my true potential


Were you looking when I clawed my way out'
Did you see me struggle and fight to overcome my obstacles


Was it my imagination
Or did I make up the idea that you were supporting me


Or were you behind the curtain
Or were you secretly pulling the strings and influencing my actions


The one that's pulling all the strings
The one that has control over the situation


My hypocrisy gets the best of me
My contradictions and mistakes make me feel inadequate


And my head is full of you
I can't stop thinking about you and our relationship




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Peermusic Publishing
Written by: AMOS MILBURN

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

NATA SHA

Hold on, little girl, 
Show me what he's done to you. 
Stand up, little girl. 
A broken heart can't be that bad! 
When it's through, it's through, 
Fate will twist the both of you, 
So come on baby come on over, 
Let me be the one to show you... 

[Chorus:] 
I'm the one who wants to be with you. 
Deep inside I hope you feel it too. 
Waited on a line of greens and blues 
Just to be the next to be with you. 

Build up your confidence, 
So you can be on top for once. 
Wake up! Who cares about 
Little boys that talk too much? 
I seen it all go down. 
Your game of love was all rained out, 
So come on baby, come on over, 
Let me be the one to hold you... 

[Chorus:] 
I'm the one who wants to be with you. 
Deep inside I hope you feel it too. 
Waited on a line of greens and blues 
Just to be the next to be with you. 

Why be alone, when we can be together, baby? 
You can make my life worthwhile, 
And I can make you start to smile... 

[Chorus: 2x] 
I'm the one who wants to be with you. 
Deep inside I hope you feel it too. 
Waited on a line of greens and blues 
Just to be the next to be with you.



All comments from YouTube:

Ruthi H Lalchhuani

old age doesn't matter for him.His voice is still perfect and I'm 17 loving Mr.Big

Evon heruela

Bec. He have no vises during his prime thats why.

Fernando

His voice never changes

OCD IX - Kimberly Amor

I love his voice and personality! So charming. ❤

TheCircleInTheSquare

Eric Martin being amazing... as always! 

GlamGal 710

It’s obvious that Eric Martin still enjoys performing. It was great to hear him engage the audience with “To Be With You”—I loved that song when it came out and still do.

Daniel Cronan

His voice is even more beautiful here than on the studio version!!!!

Patricia Allen

I still listen to this song every morning! Love you Eric ✌💖😘

Dot Fern

😊❤ Eric, you always make me smile....

City Eternal

seems he'd sung already at that time a bunch of songs. his voice is about to be hoarse that still sounds so beautiful.

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