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Nobody knows just where I've been - No one but me
They're on the outside looking in - No one can see
Stormy days when I was younger
In many ways they made me stronger

'Cause I've been knocked down
And I've been lifted up
Cried a thousand tears of joy and fear
I've been there
I've been there
I've been there

Seen my dreams in flames
Rise back up again
I have known despair and I've walked on air
I've been there
I've been there
I've been there
I've been there

No one can tell me how it feels to be afraid
All of the ghosts they won't lie still - They know my name
Late at night I hear them calling
But that's a place I won't be falling

'Cause I've been knocked down
And I've been lifted up
Cried a thousand tears of joy and fear
I've been there
I've been there
I've been there

Seen my dreams in flames
Rise back up again
I have known despair and I've walked on air
I've been there
I've been there
I've been there

And I'm telling you what I've been through
'Cause I'm still standing here
It's the simple truth
When hope is nowhere to be found it always comes around

'Cause I've been knocked down




And I've been lifted up
Cried a thousand tears of joy and fear-

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Small's song are about how he has experienced both good and bad times in life, but he has come out stronger from the difficult experiences. The opening lines emphasize that nobody else truly understands Small's experiences except for himself. The line "stormy days when I was younger" suggests that the difficult times have been a part of his life since he was young. The repetition of the phrase "I've been there" is a way of asserting that he has gone through tough times and come out victorious.


The next stanza includes a shift to a more hopeful tone. The lyrics mention that Small has seen his dreams go up in flames, but he has also been able to rebuild them. The line "I have known despair and I've walked on air" suggests that even when things seem impossible, Small has found a way to overcome and even triumph. The repetition of "I've been there" reinforces the idea that these experiences are a part of his life story.


In the final stanza, Small directly addresses the listener and tells them that he is still standing despite everything he has been through. The line "when hope is nowhere to be found it always comes around" suggests that even when things seem hopeless, there is always a chance for things to get better. The repetition of the chorus again cements the idea that Small has been through a lot but he has come out stronger on the other side.


Overall, the song is an uplifting reminder that people can overcome adversity and become stronger because of it. The repetition of "I've been there" is a powerful refrain that acknowledges the difficulty of life, while also emphasizing the hope and resilience that people can find within themselves.


Line by Line Meaning

Nobody knows just where I've been
No one but me knows the experiences I've had.


They're on the outside looking in
Others can only observe from afar.


Stormy days when I was younger
Difficult times in my past.


In many ways they made me stronger
Challenges helped me develop resilience.


'Cause I've been knocked down
I've faced hardship.


And I've been lifted up
I've overcome adversity.


Cried a thousand tears of joy and fear
Emotions have run the gamut.


I've been there
I've experienced tough times.


Seen my dreams in flames
I've faced failure and disappointment.


Rise back up again
I've persevered.


I have known despair and I've walked on air
I've experienced both hardship and success.


No one can tell me how it feels to be afraid
Only I know what it's like to be scared.


All of the ghosts they won't lie still - They know my name
Past traumas still haunt me.


Late at night I hear them calling
Memories and thoughts intrude at night.


But that's a place I won't be falling
I won't let my fears consume me.


And I'm telling you what I've been through
Sharing my experiences with others.


'Cause I'm still standing here
I've survived and persevered.


It's the simple truth
The reality is straightforward.


When hope is nowhere to be found it always comes around
Hope can always be found, even in difficult times.




Lyrics © Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC
Written by: HEATHER SMALL, ROBIN B. LERNER, STEPHEN ANDREW BOOKER

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Small Faces - There Are But Four Small Faces - Personnel
Small Faces

Steve Marriott – lead, harmony, and backing vocals, guitars, piano on "Show Me the Way"
Ronnie Lane – lead, harmony, and backing vocals, bass guitar
Ian McLagan – lead, harmony, and backing vocals, keyboards, bass guitar on "Show Me the Way", guitar and bass guitar on "Up the Wooden Hills"
Kenney Jones – drums, percussion
Additional Appearances
P.P. Arnold - backing vocals on "Itchycoo Park", "I Feel Much Better" and "Tin Soldier"



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@user-xm7vj9it7s

The best Mod band ever

@deletebilderberg

2023, and still sounds incredible!

@JohnRoy-nx1fu

Top tunes by a top band

@tomdutton947

The whole album is a under appreciated masterpiece, should be recognized along side as one of the great 1960's best albums along Sgt Pepper, Pet Sounds, Piper, etc...

@Townshend90125

Did you ever hear the UK Version I prefer it over this one but I agree this album should definitely get the recognition it deserves

@tomdutton947

@@Townshend90125 I never have herd the uk version. Was it on immediate, and Did it have a different cover.

@Townshend90125

@@tomdutton947 https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkqmi4YMWvK4LbJp_7QgNkwXI7gV5pF9_

@Churik777

Да!✊🔥❤️

@markcasterline1810

Absolutely with one of the greatest lead singers of all time!

@lizcenterfield1963

I was a caretaker for a brain-injured guy in 2013 when I got an MP3 player. I asked if he wanted to hear my '60s folder. He said Yes. This song came on but about 15 seconds in, it shut off. I thought oh, in his situation he doesn't want to hear "It's all so beautiful". I went to apologize for being insensitive, but before I could, the song BLASTED full volume. One of his favorites! He was a bit of a pothead but thanks Lee, it's a fond memory.

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