Where Would You Be
Martina McBride Lyrics


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I wonder where your heart is
Cause it sure don't feel like its here
Sometimes I think you wish
That I would just disappear
Have I got it all wrong
Have you felt this way long
Are you already gone
Do you feel lonely
When you're here by my side
Does the sound of freedom
Echo in your mind
Do you wish you were by yourself
Or that I was someone else
Anyone else

Where would you be
If you weren't here with me
Where would you go
If you were single and free
Who would you love
Would it be me
Where would you be

I don't wanna hold you back
No I don't wanna slow you down
I don't wanna make you feel
Like you're all tied up and bound
'Cause that's not what love's about
If there's no chance we could work it out
Oh tell me now
Tell me, tell me now

Where would you be
If you weren't here with me
Where would you go
If you were single and free
Who would you love
Would it be me
Where would you be

Have I become the enemy
Is it hard to be yourself in my company

Where would you be
If you weren't here with me
Where would you go
If you were single and free
Who would you love
Would it be me
Where would you be

Oh tell me, tell me now
Where will you be
Where will you go
Who will you love




Would it be me
Where would you be

Overall Meaning

The song "Where Would You Be" by Martina McBride is a beautiful composition that explores the ups and downs of a romantic relationship. The lyrics tell the story of someone who is questioning the state of their relationship with their partner. They wonder if their partner's heart is still in the relationship since they no longer feel as close to them as they used to. This is evident in the line, "I wonder where your heart is, cause it sure don't feel like it's here".


The song then progresses to the point where the person starts asking their partner questions like, "Do you feel lonely when you're here by my side?" and "Do you wish you were by yourself or that I was someone else?". These questions suggest that the person is worried that their partner may not be happy in the relationship anymore. They are confused and are trying to find out how their partner feels before they can make any decisions.


As the song reaches towards the end, the person admits that they don't want to hold their partner back or slow them down. They don't want their partner to feel like they're tied up and bound in the relationship. They want their partner to be happy regardless of what happens, and they want to know if they're part of their partner's happy ending. The song closes with the same question that is repeated throughout the song, "Where would you be?"


Overall, "Where Would You Be" is a phenomenal song with a deep and heartfelt meaning. It tells a story of love, confusion, and the desire to find happiness in the present and future.


Line by Line Meaning

I wonder where your heart is
I am unsure where your true emotions lie


Cause it sure don't feel like its here
I don't feel like you're emotionally present


Sometimes I think you wish
I sometimes feel that you desire


That I would just disappear
For me to be out of your life completely


Have I got it all wrong
Am I mistaken in my assumptions


Have you felt this way long
Have you been feeling this way for a while now


Are you already gone
Have you already left emotionally


Do you feel lonely
Do you experience feelings of isolation


When you're here by my side
When you're physically near me


Does the sound of freedom
Do you long for independence


Echo in your mind
Does the idea of being free mentally occupy your thoughts


Do you wish you were by yourself
Do you desire to be alone


Or that I was someone else
Or are you hoping I was someone else


Anyone else
Literally anyone else in the world


Where would you be
Where would your life situation currently exist


If you weren't here with me
If you had no association with me


Where would you go
Where would you venture


If you were single and free
If you were unattached


Who would you love
Who would your affections be directed towards


Would it be me
Am I the object of your love


I don't wanna hold you back
I don't want to restrain you


No I don't wanna slow you down
I don't want to impede your progress


I don't wanna make you feel
I don't want you to experience


Like you're all tied up and bound
Like you're being constrained and incapable of motion


'Cause that's not what love's about
Because love is not about limiting you


If there's no chance we could work it out
If there is no way for us to resolve our relationship issues


Oh tell me now
Please inform me immediately


Tell me, tell me now
Inform me of the current truth


Have I become the enemy
Have I turned into something you oppose


Is it hard to be yourself in my company
Do you find it difficult to be your genuine self around me


Where will you be
Where will you most likely exist in the future


Where will you go
Where is your next destination


Who will you love
Who will you direct your affections towards


Would it be me
Would I be the object of your love


Where would you be
Where would your life situation currently exist




Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Capitol CMG Publishing, Integrity Music, Anthem Entertainment, Reservoir Media Management, Inc., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: RICK FERRELL, RACHEL CHRISTINE PROCTOR

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Comments from YouTube:

Robert M

No gimmicks, no crude gyrations, no absurd dancers surrounding her, just a beautiful lady, beautifully and tastefully dressed, and with the most wonderful voice.

Fburton

mostly

Heather Walker

She's the proof you don't need to sell your image to become a star.

nhanikah

Sell? U mean take over GC. 😎

nhanikah

What does that mean?

nhanikah

Mostly? Just spit it out. 😣

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Stuart B

Whenever somebody asks me who the greatest pure voice is of all time I say Martina Mcbride. I get that she was big but I don't understand how she wasn't bigger. She really needs to be recognized as one of the all time best. Her voice just cuts right down to your soul.

BEAST 🕊

She didn't sell her soul to the devil like many artists that's why she wasn't bigger. Love this song, love the outfit she wore and I love, love, love Martina McBride. A class act and a wonderfully gifted singer. ;-)

Paveway

This is called poise and professionalism. No twerking, no jumping around on stage like a wounded duck, no "wardrobe malfunction", no need to use gimmicks to cover for lack of talent. This is just pure talent and exceptional ability.

janet lyon

The BEST solo performance I have ever seen in any genre! Beauty, class, unequaled talent and so much charisma! Truly the best!

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