John Robert "Joe" Cocker (20 May 1944 – 22 December 2014) was an English si… Read Full Bio ↴John Robert "Joe" Cocker (20 May 1944 – 22 December 2014) was an English singer known for his gritty, bluesy voice and dynamic stage performances that featured expressive body movements. Most of his best known singles were recordings of songs written by other song writers, though he composed a number of songs for most of his albums as well, often in conjunction with songwriting partner Chris Stainton.

His first album featured a recording of the Beatles' "With a Little Help from My Friends", which brought him to near-instant stardom. The song reached number one in the UK in 1968, became a staple of his many live shows (Woodstock and the Isle of Wight in 1969, the Party at the Palace in 2002) and was also known as the theme song for the late 1980s American TV series The Wonder Years. He continued his success with his second album, which included a second Beatles song: "She Came In Through the Bathroom Window". A hastily thrown together 1970 US tour led to the live double-album Mad Dogs & Englishmen, which featured an all-star band organized by Leon Russell. His 1974 recording of "You Are So Beautiful" reached number five in the US, and became his signature song. Cocker's best selling song was the US number one "Up Where We Belong", a duet with Jennifer Warnes that earned a 1983 Grammy Award. He released a total of 22 studio albums over a 43-year recording career.

In 1993, Cocker was nominated for the Brit Award for Best British Male. He was awarded a bronze Sheffield Legends plaque in his hometown in 2007, and received an OBE the following year for services to music. Cocker was ranked number 97 on Rolling Stone's 100 greatest singers list.

Full Wikipedia article: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Cocker

Studio albums
With a Little Help from My Friends (1969)
Joe Cocker! (1969)
Joe Cocker (1972/EU: 1973)
I Can Stand a Little Rain (1974)
Jamaica Say You Will (1975)
Stingray (1976)
Luxury You Can Afford (1978)
Sheffield Steel (1982)
Civilized Man (1984)
Cocker (1986)
Unchain My Heart (1987)
One Night of Sin (1989)
Night Calls (1991/US: 1992)
Have a Little Faith (1994)
Organic (1996)
Across from Midnight (1997)
No Ordinary World (1999/US: 2000)
Respect Yourself (2002)
Heart & Soul (2004/US: 2005)
Hymn for My Soul (2007/US: 2008)
Hard Knocks (2010/US: 2012)
Fire It Up (2012)

Where Would I Be Now
Joe Cocker Lyrics

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Something deep inside keeps me hanging on
Don't believe I've ever seen a night so long
Guess I was trying to fly way above the clouds
But I landed here in the morning rain
At your doctor

And I know I let you down again
But right now you know I need a friend

I don't know why I guess I just lose my way
And your eyes don't believe a word I say
Can't imagine without your love
Where would I be now?

Did you ever know I've always looked up to you
After all this time it remains true
There's no compromise no turning back for me
But through the veil of my pride
Sometimes it's hard to see

And I know that your love is all I need
When I fall don't stop believing in me
Cause your love is what's helping me survive
Your faith in me is what keeps my hope alive
Cause without your love
Where would I be now?

I will prove this love is worth fighting for
If it takes forever I will wait at your door

Cause your love is what's helping me survive
Your faith in me is what keeps my hope alive

Cause without your love
Where would I be now

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Joe Cocker's "Where Would I Be Now" convey the emotions of a man who has lost his way and is seeking the support of a friend to help him persevere. The singer wonders where he would be without the love and devotion of the person he is addressing. He acknowledges that he has let them down in the past but is imploring them to continue supporting him, assuring them that their love is what helps him through tough times. The singer is also struggling with their pride, making it hard to see the sacrifices that the other person is making for him.

The song's lyrics highlight the importance of having a support system in times of trouble. It reveals the strong bond and connection the singer shares with the person he is addressing. He knows the value of the support and love he has received and fears he wouldn't have made it without their presence in his life. Essentially, the lyrics show that everyone needs someone to rely on in order to push through challenging moments in life.

Line by Line Meaning

Something deep inside keeps me hanging on
I have an inner strength that motivates me to keep going

Don't believe I've ever seen a night so long
I'm experiencing a difficult time that seems never ending

Guess I was trying to fly way above the clouds
I hoped to achieve something great but failed

But I landed here in the morning rain
I ended up in a bad situation

At your doctor
I'm seeking help from you

And I know I let you down again
I disappointed you in the past

But right now you know I need a friend
I'm asking for your support

I don't know why I guess I just lose my way
I'm not sure why I make mistakes

And your eyes don't believe a word I say
You question my honesty

Can't imagine without your love
I can't picture my life without you

Where would I be now?
I would be lost without you

Did you ever know I've always looked up to you
I have always admired and respected you

After all this time it remains true
My feelings for you haven't changed

There's no compromise no turning back for me
I'm committed to this relationship

But through the veil of my pride
My ego makes it hard to be vulnerable

Sometimes it's hard to see
I struggle to see things clearly

And I know that your love is all I need
Your love is my biggest source of strength

When I fall don't stop believing in me
Please continue to have faith in me

Cause your love is what's helping me survive
Your love is keeping me going

Your faith in me is what keeps my hope alive
Your trust gives me hope

I will prove this love is worth fighting for
I'm willing to fight for our relationship

If it takes forever I will wait at your door
I'm prepared to wait as long as it takes

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Michael H McDonald, Tony Joe White

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