Her credits include being an original cast member of the Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour (1968), the female lead (Sheila) in the Los Angeles company of Hair (1968), a number 1 single "The Right Time of the Night" (1977) and 3 Oscars for Best Song - "It Goes Like it Goes," from Norma Rae (1980), "Up Where We Belong," (with Joe Cocker) from "An Officer and a Gentleman" (1982), & "I've Had the Time of My Life," (with Bill Medley) from "Dirty Dancing" (1987). (Her duets with Cocker & Medley were also #1 singles on the Billboard Hot 100.)
She toured with Leonard Cohen in 1972 & 1979. In 1987, she recorded "Famous Blue Raincoat" - an album of Cohen's compositions.
Somewhere Somebody
Jennifer Warnes Lyrics
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I know that one of them is just right for me
I've looked uptown, downtown, all around searchin'
I know he's out there waiting for me
I know somewhere, somebody, lookin', longin'
Somewhere, somebody, waitin' for me
Somewhere, somebody, searchin', prayin'
You know street lights shine in passin' faces
I'm just tryin' to catch somebody's eye
But all the shoulda been's, the woulda been's, the mighta been's and the coulda been's
Slippin' away and just walk right on by
Somewhere, somebody, lookin', longin'
Somewhere, somebody, waitin' for me
Somewhere, somebody, searchin', prayin'
Tell me where in the world
I walk in the rain that's fallin'
A voice in the distance callin', why
I run to the empty doorway waitin' for the sun to shine
When will love be mine
I know that somewhere, somebody, lookin', longin'
Somewhere, somebody, waitin' for me
Somewhere, somebody, searchin', prayin'
Tell me where in the world
Must be a million boys living in this great big city
I know you're out there waiting for me
The lyrics of Jennifer Warnes's song Somewhere Somebody speaks about the all-consuming search for that one true love. She starts by acknowledging the reality that in a city as big as hers, there must be a million boys, but she is on the lookout for that one boy who is just right for her. She has looked uptown, downtown, and all around, searching for that person who is waiting for her. She believes that there is somebody out there who is looking, longing, waiting, searching, and praying for her. Someone who will recognize her for who she is, and not just walk by her like all the shoulda been’s, woulda been’s, mighta been’s, and coulda been’s.
The chorus of the song repeats the idea that there is someone out there searching for her. She is trying to catch somebody's eye amidst the many faces that pass by on the street. However, she believes that those potential relationships she dreams of, keep slipping away. Later in the song, she is shown walking in the rain, listening to the voice in the distance calling, hoping that love will soon be hers. She is waiting for the sun to shine, believing that love will be hers someday because she knows that somewhere, somebody is waiting for her.
Line by Line Meaning
Must be a million boys living in this great big city
There are countless boys in this sprawling metropolis.
I know that one of them is just right for me
I believe there is a specific boy ideally suited for me.
I've looked uptown, downtown, all around searchin'
I've searched far and wide, in every corner of the city.
I know he's out there waiting for me
I'm confident that he's out there hoping to find me as well.
I know somewhere, somebody, lookin', longin'
I'm convinced that there is someone else searching and yearning.
Somewhere, somebody, waitin' for me
There's someone waiting for me out there, in some unknown location.
Somewhere, somebody, searchin', prayin'
Someone is exploring, and hoping, and wishing for a future with me.
Tell me where in the world
Please, reveal the location of this mysterious, mystical person.
You know street lights shine in passin' faces
Even as strangers walk by, there is beauty and possibility in everyday moments.
I'm just tryin' to catch somebody's eye
I'm hoping to make a connection with another person, to find a shared spark.
But all the shoulda been's, the woulda been's, the mighta been's and the coulda been's
Opportunities and chances have slipped away without ever becoming a reality.
Slippin' away and just walk right on by
These former possibilities have faded and disappeared, leaving no trace behind.
I walk in the rain that's fallin'
I move through the stormy weather, braving the elements as I search.
A voice in the distance callin', why
I hear an indistinct voice, uncertain what it means or where it's coming from.
I run to the empty doorway waitin' for the sun to shine
I hurry to the shelter of a vacant door, waiting patiently for brighter days to come.
When will love be mine
When will I find the one for me, the person who can complete me and make me whole?
I know that somewhere, somebody, lookin', longin'
I hold fast to the belief that there is someone else out there, seeking the perfect match.
Somewhere, somebody, waitin' for me
There is someone waiting just for me, someone whose journey is aligned with my own.
Somewhere, somebody, searchin', prayin'
This ideal person is also questing and yearning, hoping for the day when we finally meet.
Tell me where in the world
Please, reveal the place where this person is, so I can join them and start a new adventure together.
Must be a million boys living in this great big city
There are many potential suitors, many candidates for the role of my perfect match.
I know you're out there waiting for me
I sense your presence, and know that you too are waiting and searching for our inevitable union.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MAX GRONENTHAL, ANDREW DAVID KASTNER, LARRY JOHN MCNALLY
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Must be a million boys living in this great big city
I know that one of them is just right for me
I've looked uptown, downtown, all around searchin'
I know he's out there waiting for me
I know somewhere, somebody, lookin', longin'
Somewhere, somebody, waitin' for me
Somewhere, somebody, searchin', prayin'
Tell me where in the world
You know street lights shine in passin' faces
I'm just tryin' to catch somebody's eye
But all the shoulda been's, the woulda been's, the mighta been's and the coulda been's
Slippin' away and just walk right on by
Somewhere, somebody, lookin', longin'
Somewhere, somebody, waitin' for me
Somewhere, somebody, searchin', prayin'
Tell me where in the world
I walk in the rain that's fallin'
A voice in the distance callin', why
I run to the empty doorway waitin' for the sun to shine
When will love be mine
I know that somewhere, somebody, lookin', longin'
Somewhere, somebody, waitin' for me
Somewhere, somebody, searchin', prayin'
Tell me where in the world
Must be a million boys living in this great big city
I know you're out there waiting for me
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Amedeo Filippi
Every time I listen to her singing a song I feel happy.
nobita taro
I bought this tape cassette for more than 25 years ago. Still think of it with the happiness in the old days. Thanks for upload.
Goddezs♡
I'm a millenial & I really love her voice 😍😍😍
ytwos1
This song is a favorite with Hi fi snobs. Well deserved though. Her voice, just like an instrument. Love it!
lau david
Thank you for up loading this very nice song and share with us!
Wade Wang
You're welcome
Macau Streets [ P. Osmubal / O. Balajadia ]
The kind of songs that I love.
JalzJasonStudio
very nice song so relaxing
Fran Seka
I love this song bikin mood banget 😃
Rangsima F
I love this song, this kind of song.