Where'd You Go
Fort Minor/Skylar Grey Lyrics
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Seems like it's been forever
That you've been gone
She said, "Some days, I feel like shit
Some days
I wanna quit and just be normal for a bit"
I don't understand why you haveTo always be gone i get along
But the trips always feel so long
And I find myself trying to stay by the phone
'Cause your voice always helps me
To not feel so alone
But I feel like an idiot
Working my day around the call
But when I pick up, I don't have much to say
So, I want you to know
It's a little fucked up
That I'm stuck here waiting
At times debating
Telling you that I've had it
With you and your career
Me and the rest of the family here, singing
"Where'd you go?"
Where'd you go? I miss you so
Seems like it's been forever
That you've been gone
Where'd you go? I miss you so
Seems like it's been forever
That you've been gone please come back home
Come back home, you knowThe place where you used to live
Used to barbeque up burgers and ribs
Used to have a little party every
Halloween with candy by the pile but now
You only stop by every once in a while
Shit, I find myself just filling my time
With anything to keep the thought
Of you from my mind i'm doing fine
And I’m planning to keep it that way
You can call me if you find
That you have something to say
And I'll tell you
I want you to know it's a little fucked up
That I'm stuck here waiting
At times debating
Telling you that I've had it
With you and your career
Me and the rest of the family here, singing
"Where'd you go?"
Where'd you go? I miss you so
Seems like it's been forever
That you've been gone
Where'd you go? I miss you so
Seems like it's been forever
That you've been gone please come back home
I want you to know it's a little fucked up
That I'm stuck here waiting
No longer debating
Tired of sitting and hating
And making these excuses
For why you're not around
And feeling so useless
It seems one thing has been true all along
You don't really know what you
Got 'til it's gone
I guess I've had it with you and your career
When you come back
I won't be here and you can sing it
Where'd you go? I miss you so
Seems like it's been forever
That you've been gone
Where'd you go? I miss you so
Seems like it's been forever
That you've been gone please come back home
Please come back home please come back home
Please come back home please come back home
The lyrics of "Where'd You Go" by Fort Minor featuring Skylar Grey delve into themes of longing, loneliness, and the strain of being separated from a loved one due to the demands of a career. The song is sung from the perspective of a person left behind as their partner or family member is frequently away, likely pursuing their dreams and responsibilities. The repeated question of "Where'd you go?" conveys the deep sense of loss and yearning for the absent person.
The lyrics capture the emotional toll of missing someone deeply, as the singer expresses how it feels like forever since the person they care about has been gone. The lines highlight the struggle of coping with the absence and finding ways to fill the void left by the person's departure. The emotional turmoil is palpable as the singer oscillates between moments of feeling lonely, frustrated, and conflicted about their emotions.
The song further delves into the inner turmoil of the singer, who grapples with conflicting emotions regarding the absence of their loved one. There's a sense of resignation and acceptance mixed with frustration and a desire for the absent person to understand the impact of their distance. The singer conveys the difficulty of pretending everything is okay while also harboring feelings of resentment and exhaustion from waiting.
In the final verses, there is a sense of resignation and realization that perhaps the relationship or familial bond has been strained to a breaking point. The singer expresses a readiness to move on from the waiting and the excuses, indicating a growing sense of self-worth and a recognition of the toll the absence has taken. The plea for the absent person to come back home is rooted in a deep yearning for connection and a desire to mend the emotional distance that has grown over time.
Line by Line Meaning
Where'd you go? I miss you so
I am deeply affected by your absence and long for your presence.
Seems like it's been forever
It feels as though an endless amount of time has passed since you left.
That you've been gone
Your departure has left a noticeable void in my life.
She said, 'Some days, I feel like shit
She expressed that there are days when she feels really down and overwhelmed.
Some days I wanna quit and just be normal for a bit'
There are times she just wants to give up and live a regular, uncomplicated life.
I don't understand why you have to always be gone
I struggle to comprehend the reasons for your constant absence.
I get along, but the trips always feel so long
While I manage to cope, your absence makes the time apart feel excruciatingly lengthy.
And I find myself trying to stay by the phone
I often position myself near the phone, hoping to hear from you.
’Cause your voice always helps me to not feel so alone
Hearing you speak brings me comfort and alleviates my feelings of isolation.
But I feel like an idiot
I often feel foolish or embarrassed for how much I depend on your communication.
Working my day around the call
I organize my daily routine just to accommodate the possibility of hearing from you.
But when I pick up, I don't have much to say
However, once I actually connect with you, I struggle to find the right words to express myself.
So, I want you to know
I need you to be aware of my feelings and the situation.
It's a little fucked up that I'm stuck here waiting
It feels quite unfair and frustrating that I’m left waiting for you.
At times debating
There are moments when I contemplate whether I should continue waiting.
Telling you that I've had it with you and your career
I often think about expressing my frustration with your commitment to your professional life over personal relationships.
Me and the rest of the family here, singing 'Where'd you go?'
My family and I are collectively feeling your absence and yearning for your return.
Where'd you go? I miss you so
I repeatedly find myself questioning your whereabouts and longing for your company.
Seems like it's been forever that you've been gone
Once again, it feels like an eternity since we last saw each other.
Where'd you go? I miss you so
The question remains as I feel the ache of your absence.
Seems like it's been forever that you've been gone please come back home
I earnestly wish for your return to the familiar place we both once cherished.
Come back home, you know
I'm urging you to return to the place where we shared so many memories.
The place where you used to live
Referring to the physical space that symbolizes comfort and shared experiences.
Used to barbeque up burgers and ribs
Recalling joyful times spent together over meals and casual gatherings.
Used to have a little party every Halloween with candy by the pile but now
Remembering fond traditions that have lost their spark in your absence.
You only stop by every once in a while
Now, your visits are infrequent, and this has changed the dynamic of our relationship.
Shit, I find myself just filling my time
Frustrated, I realize I'm trying to occupy my mind to avoid thinking about you.
With anything to keep the thought of you from my mind I'm doing fine
I attempt to distract myself in order to manage my emotions regarding your absence.
And I’m planning to keep it that way
I aim to maintain this distraction to avoid dealing with my feelings.
You can call me if you find that you have something to say
I'm open to communication if you want to share your thoughts.
And I'll tell you
I would respond honestly to whatever you choose to convey.
I want you to know it's a little fucked up
I feel the need to express how unfair this situation feels.
That I'm stuck here waiting
It’s frustrating to be left in a state of anticipation.
No longer debating
I have decided to stop contemplating the situation endlessly.
Tired of sitting and hating
I'm exhausted by the negativity that comes from my waiting and yearning.
And making these excuses for why you're not around
I find myself rationalizing your absence instead of confronting the reality.
And feeling so useless
Your absence makes me feel inadequate and unimportant.
It seems one thing has been true all along
I've come to understand a profound truth that has persisted through time.
You don't really know what you got 'til it's gone
People often fail to appreciate what they have until they lose it.
I guess I've had it with you and your career
I've reached a breaking point regarding your prioritization of work over our relationship.
When you come back I won't be here and you can sing it
If you eventually return, I might no longer be available to support you.
Where'd you go? I miss you so
The question lingers as I continue to grieve your absence.
Seems like it's been forever that you've been gone
It feels like ages since you left and I long for you again.
Where'd you go? I miss you so
I repeatedly wish to understand where you are because I deeply miss you.
Seems like it's been forever that you've been gone please come back home
Once again, I plead for your return, feeling as though the void you left is unbearable.
Please come back home please come back home
My repeated wish for you to return signifies my desperation and longing.
Please come back home please come back home
Once more, I implore you to come back to the place that felt like home between us.
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@chairsmissing
Where'd you go?
I miss you so,
Seems like it's been forever,
That you've been gone.
She said "Some days I feel like shit,
Some days I wanna quit, and just be normal for a bit,"
I don't understand why you have to always be gone,
I get along but the trips always feel so long,
And, I find myself trying to stay by the phone,
'Cause your voice always helps me to not feel so alone,
But I feel like an idiot, workin' my day around the call,
But when I pick up I don't have much to say,
So, I want you to know it's a little fucked up,
That I'm stuck here waitin', at times debatin',
Tellin' you that I've had it with you and your career,
Me and the rest of the family here singing "Where'd you go?"
I miss you so,
Seems like it's been forever,
That you've been gone.
Where'd you go?
I miss you so,
Seems like it's been forever,
That you've been gone,
Please come back home...
You know the place where you used to live,
Used to barbecue up burgers and ribs,
Used to have a little party every Halloween with candy by the pile,
But now, you only stop by every once and a while,
Shit, I find myself just fillin' my time,
With anything to keep the thought of you from my mind,
I'm doin' fine, and I'm plannin' to keep it that way,
You can call me if you find that you have something to say,
And I'll tell you, I want you to know it's a little fucked up,
That I'm stuck here waitin', at times debatin',
Tellin' you that I've had it with you and your career,
Me and the rest of the family here singing "Where'd you go?"
I miss you so,
Seems like it's been forever,
That you've been gone.
Where'd you go?
I miss you so,
Seems like it's been forever,
That you've been gone,
Please come back home...
I want you to know it's a little fucked up,
That I'm stuck here waitin', no longer debatin',
Tired of sittin' and hatin' and makin' these excuses,
For why you're not around, and feeling so useless,
It seems one thing has been true all along,
You don't really know what you've got 'til it's gone,
I guess I've had it with you and your career,
When you come back I won't be here and you can sing it...
Where'd you go?
I miss you so,
Seems like it's been forever,
That you've been gone.
Where'd you go?
I miss you so,
Seems like it's been forever,
That you've been gone,
Please come back home...
@brigabobo
Where'd you go?
I miss you so
Seems like it's been forever
That you've been gone
She said, "Some days I feel like shit"
Some days I wanna quit, and just be normal for a bit"
I don't understand why you have to always be gone
I get along but the trips always feel so long
And, I find myself tryna stay by the phone
'Cause your voice always helps me when I feel so alone
But I feel like an idiot, workin' my day around the call
But when I pick up I don't have much to say
So, I want you to know it's a little fucked up
That I'm stuck here waitin', at times debatin'
Tellin' you that I've had it with you and your career
Me and the rest of the family here singing "Where'd you go?"
I miss you so
Seems like it's been forever
That you've been gone
Where'd you go?
I miss you so,
Seems like it's been forever
That you've been gone
Please come back home
You know the place where you used to live,
Used to barbeque up burgers and ribs,
Used to have a little party every Halloween with candy by the pile,
But now, you only stop by every once in a while,
Shit, I find myself just fillin' my time,
Anything to keep the thought of you from my mind,
I'm doin' fine, I plan to keep it that way,
You can call me if you find you have somethin' to say,
And I'll tell you, I want you to know it's a little fucked up,
That I'm stuck here waitin', at times debatin',
Tellin' you that I've had it with you and your career,
Me and the rest of the family here singing, "Where'd you go?"
I miss you so,
Seems like it's been forever,
That you've been gone.
Where'd you go?
I miss you so,
Seems like it's been forever,
That you've been gone,
Please come back home
I want you to know it's a little fucked up,
That I'm stuck here waitin', no longer debatin',
Tired of sittin' and hatin' and makin' these excuses,
For while you're not around, and feeling so useless,
It seems one thing has been true all along,
You don't really know what you got 'til it's gone,
I guess I've had it with you and your career,
When you come back I won't be here and you'll can sing it
Where'd you go?
I miss you so,
Seems like it's been forever,
That you've been gone
Where'd you go?
I miss you so,
Seems like it's been forever,
That you've been gone
Please come back home
Please come back home
Please come back home
Please come back home
Please come back home
@shoddy4239
My friend just disappeared and everyone was wondering where he went for a year. And so 1 year later I'm at an airport ready to go to my grandparents house for the summer i get in my seat i look to see who ill be with for the next 6 hours and i see him. He looked at me like NOTHING happened. When i asked him where he went. He said: "I lost my friend." Then i remembered his dog was his LIFE...his dog had ran away and he found it 2 states away with a girl caring for it till it died. Needles to say. He married that woman (not because if the dog) and he now has 2 kids, and a dog. Every thursday...he listens to this song...the day Shoddy died. If you read this whole thing i praise you! Just thought i should share this
@georgeperez1475
God you're so lucky.
@matlevesque8944
Robert J Urquidez Wow, nice man
@lejendjackson
Robert J Urquidez you better copyright that and sell it to Nicholas Sparks
@davidteague8065
That's beautiful
@xdrankxn
Robert J Urquidez ur cool man im glad u shared this :)
@keefwalk
My Mom died May 12, 2010 a month after my 13th birthday. She was buried May 18th when which is also her birthday.. I remember crying as they put her in the ground and thinking "What a birthday gift, I'm burying you Mom." I have night terrors about it til this day I'll be 27 next month. Songs like this have been a main to key to helping me make it this far, even after that I been thru nothing but hell.
But I refuse to give up on heaven.
@dishsoap1
Sorry for your loss. 😢
@alanglines8364
So haunting, what you shared here, but may the Lord bless and keep you
@MotionWings37
Imagine heaven is a great book i encourage you to read it. As a Christian i know one day ill be there.