The song's accompanying music video, directed by Joseph Kahn, focuses on a day in the life of a Korean businessman stuck in his routine.
Wherever I Go
OneRepublic Lyrics
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Wherever I go there's a shadow of you
I know I could try looking for something new
But wherever I go, I'll be looking for you
Some people lie but they're looking for magic
Others are quietly going insane
I feel alive when I'm close to the madness
I know I could lie, but I won't lie to you
Wherever I go, you're the ghost in the room
I don't even try looking for something new
'Cause wherever I go, I'll be looking for you
Some people try but they can't find the magic
Others get down on their knees and they pray
I come alive when I'm close to the madness
No easy love could ever make me feel the same
Make me feel the same
Make me feel the same, same, same
I know I could lie but I'm telling the truth
Wherever I go there's a shadow of you
I know I could try looking for something new
But wherever I go, I'll be looking for you
Wherever I go, I'll be looking for you, you
Some people pray to their God for some magic
'Cause no easy love could ever make them feel the same
No easy love could ever make me feel the same
Make me feel the same, same, same
I know I could lie but I'm telling the truth
Wherever I go there's a shadow of you
I know I could try looking for something new
But wherever I go, I'll be looking for you
You think it's a lie when I'm telling the truth
Wherever I go, I'll be looking for you
Wherever I go, I'll be looking for you
Looking for you, looking for you, ah
The lyrics to OneRepublic's "Wherever I Go" describe the idea of being haunted by someone's memory or presence even after they're gone. The singer acknowledges that they could lie about moving on, but they're being honest that no matter where they go, they feel the lingering effect of this person. The second verse brings in the concept of seeking something extraordinary or even going mad in the pursuit of it. The singer finds a sense of aliveness in the chaos and admits that an easy love would never compare to the intensity of their connection with this person.
The chorus repeats the idea that wherever the singer goes, they'll be looking for this person. They're not trying to find a replacement or something new, but rather, they're accepting that they'll always be searching for that same feeling they had with this individual. The bridge adds a layer of complexity to the idea of searching for love or magic, acknowledging that sometimes people turn to prayer in their quest for that sense of connection. The song concludes with a restatement of the chorus, reminding the listener that the singer will always be looking for this person no matter where they go.
Overall, the lyrics of "Wherever I Go" tap into universal themes of love and loss, highlighting the idea that some connections are so powerful that they leave a mark long after they're gone. The song acknowledges the complexity of human emotions and the difficulty of truly moving on from someone who has had such a profound impact on our lives.
Line by Line Meaning
I know I could lie but I'm telling the truth
I have the ability to deceive, but I choose to be honest
Wherever I go there's a shadow of you
Your presence is always with me, even when you're physically absent
I know I could try looking for something new
I acknowledge that there are other options, but I still have an attachment to you
But wherever I go, I'll be looking for you
No matter where I am, my mind will be fixated on finding you
Some people lie but they're looking for magic
Some people fabricate stories because they desire fantasy in their lives
Others are quietly going insane
Some people are struggling internally and silently
I feel alive when I'm close to the madness
Being in a crazy situation makes me feel invigorated
No easy love could ever make me feel the same
A simple or uncomplicated romance cannot compare to the emotions I have with you
I know I could lie, but I won't lie to you
I have a strong moral compass and will not deceive you
Wherever I go, you're the ghost in the room
Even when you're not physically present, your impact can still be felt in a space
I don't even try looking for something new
I have resigned myself to only searching for you
'Cause wherever I go, I'll be looking for you
No matter where I am, I am always searching for you
Some people try but they can't find the magic
Some people attempt to find joy and excitement in their lives but struggle to do so
Others get down on their knees and they pray
Some people turn to religion or supernatural beliefs for guidance
I come alive when I'm close to the madness
Being in a chaotic or unpredictable scenario makes me feel energized
No easy love could ever make me feel the same
A simplistic or effortless affection cannot compare to the intensity I feel with you
Make me feel the same
I want the same level of passion and connection with you as I have previously experienced
I know I could lie but I'm telling the truth
I have the ability to deceive, but I choose to be honest
Wherever I go there's a shadow of you
Your presence is always with me, even when you're physically absent
I know I could try looking for something new
I acknowledge that there are other options, but I still have an attachment to you
But wherever I go, I'll be looking for you
No matter where I am, my mind will be fixated on finding you
Some people pray to their God for some magic
Some individuals appeal to a higher power or divine force to add enchantment to their lives
'Cause no easy love could ever make them feel the same
A love that is effortless or lacking passion cannot compare to what they desire
No easy love could ever make me feel the same
A simple or uncomplicated romance cannot compare to the emotions I have with you
Make me feel the same
I want the same level of passion and connection with you as I have previously experienced
I know I could lie but I'm telling the truth
I have the ability to deceive, but I choose to be honest
Wherever I go there's a shadow of you
Your presence is always with me, even when you're physically absent
I know I could try looking for something new
I acknowledge that there are other options, but I still have an attachment to you
But wherever I go, I'll be looking for you
No matter where I am, my mind will be fixated on finding you
You think it's a lie when I'm telling the truth
Despite my honesty, you may still doubt the legitimacy of my feelings
Wherever I go, I'll be looking for you
No matter where I am, my mind will be fixated on finding you
Wherever I go, I'll be looking for you
No matter where I am, my mind will be fixated on finding you
Looking for you, looking for you, ah
Continual searching for a lost connection or love
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Downtown Music Publishing
Written by: Ryan Benjamin Tedder, Noel Zancanella, Brent Kutzle
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Durable957
GUYS I'VE CRACKED THE CODE!!!
okay. so here's the thing,
the place, culture overall the backgrounds, are Korean.
the main guy is Japanese.
That's why, we get a Japanese anime/culture in the place of Korea. IT'S BECAUSE WE WERE LOOKING INSIDE HIS IMAGINATION THE WHOLE TIME.
The guy feels homesick to his country of origin, that's why he became overly stressed and had this music videos as an imagination
It's because "Wherever I go, I'll be looking for you" ('you' can be interpreted as a lover or a home one so terribly miss)
@MohamedKuna
who's listening in 2024
@Strochkin
March❤
@Drooidov
@@Strochkin the same :)
@antonyalvarado4990
moi
@Hanako_chan_
Me❤
@archermcguigan7122
definitely
@AnthonyZuccarello5
This is the most underrated song ever made by one republic
@evil_xsimon3639
Listen to better days by one republic
@bobsoneqpodoga6647
@@evil_xsimon3639 in my opinion Wherever I Go is better
@peanutsmom8274
i think A.I. is the most underrated