Sayer launched his career in the United Kingdom in the early 1970s, and became a top singles and album act on both sides of the Atlantic in the 1970s. His first seven hit singles in the United Kingdom all reached the Top 10 – a feat first registered by his first manager, Adam Faith. His songs have been sung by other notable artists, including Cliff Richard ("Dreamin'").
We
Leo Sayer Lyrics
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I can see the tears but I don't know why
You're crying
It it me or is it you
Is it real or just a mood
Well I know you're sad but what are you
Tryin' to prove
And you feel like you don't belong
You've got nobody to lean upon
It seems we've come so far but we just can't
Get along
Where did we go wrong
Where did we go wrong
Where did we go wrong
Where did we go wrong
I've been workin' -- never coming home at all
I left you chained to the kitchen busy walkin'
Up the wall
Now I don't want nobody else
And I'm not thinking about myself
When I say that I'll do anything to stop you
Saying that you don't belong
And what we had is just upped and gone
Please please try -- try to be strong
Oh I apologize -- I didn't mean to lead you on
Where did we go wrong
Well you know there ain't nobody else
I'd be a fool trying to please myself
If I thought that there could be anybody else
Well you'll see now as time goes on
I'll be the one that you can lean upon
We'll dry out the tears and never have to say
That we were wrong
Ooh babe we'll get it on
Leo Sayer's song "We" is a soulful ballad about two people struggling to understand each other's emotions and save their relationship. The song's lyrics are introspective and honest, as the singer tries to decipher his partner's tears while questioning whether the problem lies within himself or his significant other. The opening lines, "Please, tell me what's on your mind / I can see the tears but I don't know why / You're crying / Is it me or is it you," set the melancholic tone of the song, conveying the singer's desperation to understand his partner's emotional state.
Throughout the song, Leo Sayer employs vivid imagery to describe the couple's deteriorating relationship. Lines like "You've got nobody to lean upon / It seems we've come so far but we just can't get along" and "I left you chained to the kitchen busy walkin' up the wall" illustrate the isolation and frustration felt by both parties. The chorus, with its recurring refrain of "Where did we go wrong?" highlights the song's central question - what caused this relationship to fall apart?
Despite the melancholic tone of the song, there's an underlying optimism to the lyrics as well. As the song progresses, the singer showcases his willingness to make thinks work, promising to "do anything to stop you saying that you don't belong." The final lines of the song, "Ooh babe we'll get it on," provide a glimmer of hope that, despite the struggles the couple has faced, they can come out on the other side stronger and more in love than ever before.
Line by Line Meaning
Please, tell me what's on your mind
Leo is asking his partner to open up and share their feelings with him.
I can see the tears but I don't know why / You're crying
Leo can see that his partner is upset, but he is unsure of the reason behind their tears.
Is it me or is it you / Is it real or just a mood
Leo is questioning whether the issue at hand is with him or his partner, and whether it is a genuine problem or just a passing mood.
Well I know you're sad but what are you / Tryin' to prove
Leo acknowledges that his partner is sad, but he questions if there is a purpose or specific message behind their tears.
When you say that you can't go on / And you feel like you don't belong
Leo's partner has expressed a feeling of hopelessness and not fitting in, which is causing them distress.
You've got nobody to lean upon
Leo realizes that his partner is feeling alone and doesn't have anyone to turn to for support.
It seems we've come so far but we just can't / Get along
Leo and his partner have been together for a long time, but they are struggling to maintain compatibility in their relationship.
Where did we go wrong / Where did we go wrong / Where did we go wrong / Where did we go wrong
Leo is reflecting on the mistakes that have been made in their relationship, and is searching for a solution to their current issues.
I've been workin' -- never coming home at all / I left you chained to the kitchen busy walkin' / Up the wall
Leo has been neglecting his partner due to work, leaving them with all the household responsibilities and feeling overwhelmed.
Now I don't want nobody else / And I'm not thinking about myself
Leo is committed to his partner and is willing to do what it takes to make things work, even if it means putting his own needs aside.
When I say that I'll do anything to stop you / Saying that you don't belong / And what we had is just upped and gone
Leo is desperate to prevent his partner from giving up on their relationship and acknowledging that their love has disappeared.
Please please try -- try to be strong / Oh I apologize -- I didn't mean to lead you on
Leo is asking his partner to stay strong during this difficult time and apologizes for any unintentional hurt he may have caused in their relationship.
Well you know there ain't nobody else / I'd be a fool trying to please myself / If I thought that there could be anybody else
Leo realizes that his partner is the only one for him and would be foolish to waste the opportunity by seeking anyone else's affection.
Well you'll see now as time goes on / I'll be the one that you can lean upon
Leo is committed to being there for his partner and providing them with the support they need for the rest of their lives.
We'll dry out the tears and never have to say / That we were wrong / Ooh babe we'll get it on
Leo and his partner will work through their issues and overcome their disagreements, allowing them to move forward in their relationship in a positive way.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: SAYER, TARNEY
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@user-zd4yl9gr3y
My husband went to Heaven 16yrs ago, i still need him..When he worked construction he would sing this to me the night before he would leave...😢❤
@Officialleosayer
Hii dear
I hope my music can serve as a connection between you and your husband..❤rooting for you
Thanks for being a fan
@emmanuelejike2556
You’re loved and respected and he still loves you wherever he is, love never dies
@emmanuelejike2556
You’re welcome., being nice is my culture, hope you’re staying strong and avoiding overthinking?
@abba0301
♥️
@josefinacullen5684
❤
@joannarosa3968
I'm 50 years old and I dedicate this song to everybody who loves this song😊😊
@simonmaverick9201
How can you dedicate a song to people who are already aware of it??
@AndreiaLuizaS
🙌☀️✨🌹Feliz Natal Muito obrigada🎁☃️
@jamosh1967
I'm 56 years old, I turned 10 years old in 1977 the year this song was released. Love this song.