He has released music under various pseudonyms, including Rhythm Bangers, The Wicked Phunker and 68 Beats. He was also one half of the dance music duo Soul Logic, one of his various projects with producer Chico Secci.
Which Way You're Going
Robbie Rivera Lyrics
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Do you like the things that life is showing you?
Where are you going to?
Do you know?
Do you get what you're hoping for?
When you look behind you there′s no open door
What are you hoping for?
Do you know?
Chasing the fantasies that filled our minds
You knew how I loved you, but my spirit was free
Laughing at the questions that you once asked of me
Do you know where you're going to?
Do you like the things that life is showing you?
Where are you going to?
Do you know?
Now looking back at all we've had
We let so many dreams just slip through our hands
Why must we wait so long before we see
How sad the answers to those questions can be?
Do you know where you′re going to?
Do you like the things that life is showing you?
Where are you going to?
Do you know?
Do you get what you′re hoping for?
When you look behind you there's no open door
What are you hoping for?
Do you know?
Robbie Rivera's "Which Way You're Going" poses significant existential questions that encourage listeners to reflect on their lives and decisions. The opening line, "Do you know where you're going to?" sets the tone for a song that challenges us to self-reflect and assess our purpose. The lyrics go on to ask whether we like the path we are on and whether we are getting what we hope to achieve. The chorus asks these questions again, drilling home the importance of taking a step back and assessing our lives.
The lyrics of "Which Way You're Going" tell a story of a couple who were once chasing their dreams and living life freely. However, they allowed their ideals to fade over time, and now they are left with regret. The song portrays how we tend to get caught up in living our lives and often forget to take a step back for a self-assessment.
The song's lyrics ultimately encourage listeners to think deeply about their path in life and remind us that it's never too late to redirect our path if necessary. The line "Why must we wait so long before we see how sad the answers to those questions can be?" urges listeners to act before it's too late.
Line by Line Meaning
Do you know where you're going to?
Are you aware of your life's direction?
Do you like the things that life is showing you?
Are you satisfied with life's offerings?
Where are you going to?
What destination have you set for yourself?
Do you know?
Do you have the answers to these questions?
Do you get what you're hoping for?
Are your dreams and aspirations coming true?
When you look behind you there's no open door
You cannot undo the past
What are you hoping for?
What do you expect to achieve from this journey called life?
Once we were standing still in time
There was a point in time when we were stagnant
Chasing the fantasies that filled our minds
We were pursuing illusions and dreams that may not be realistic or achievable
You knew how I loved you, but my spirit was free
Despite my love for you, I needed my personal freedom
Laughing at the questions that you once asked of me
I found your questions amusing at the time
Now looking back at all we've had
In retrospect, looking at everything we've accomplished and failed to achieve
We let so many dreams just slip through our hands
We missed out on achieving many dreams
Why must we wait so long before we see
Why is it that we only learn the truth when it's too late?
How sad the answers to those questions can be?
It is disheartening to realize the truth about our lives
Writer(s): Roberto Luis Rivera, Ned Bigham
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