look at yourself
Uriah Heep - Look At Yourself Lyrics


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I see you running
Don't know what
You're running from
Nobody's coming
What'd you do that was so wrong

Look back and turn back
Look at yourself
Don't be afraid, just
Look at yourself

If you need assistance
Or if all you need is love
There's no point in hiding
Tell me what you?re frightened of

You've got a friend, just
Look at yourself




Don't be afraid, just
Look at yourself

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of this Uriah Heep song, Look at Yourself, is all about self-reflection and self-examination. The first line, "I see you running, don't know what you're running from," is an observation of someone who is in a hurry or has a sense of urgency. The following line, "Nobody's coming, what'd you do that was so wrong," implies that the person is running away from a problem or a mistake that they made. The singer of the song encourages the person to stop and look back at themselves to face their problems head-on.


The chorus of "Look back and turn back, look at yourself, don't be afraid, just look at yourself" emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, acknowledging past mistakes, and facing the reality of who you are. The next verse encourages the person to seek help when needed instead of hiding from their fears. "If you need assistance or if all you need is love, there's no point in hiding, tell me what you're frightened of. You've got a friend, just look at yourself, don't be afraid, just look at yourself," signifies the importance of having someone to rely on, be it a friend or family.


Overall, the song's message is one of self-reflection, facing fears, and seeking help when needed. It's a message that remains relevant in today's world where society tends to push people to hide from their problems or to keep running away from them.


Line by Line Meaning

I see you running
I observe that you are constantly busy and occupied


Don't know what / You're running from
However, I'm uncertain about what troubles you are trying to escape from


Nobody's coming / What'd you do that was so wrong
Nobody is chasing or after you, so what is the reason for your distress?


Look back and turn back / Look at yourself
Take a moment to reflect on your past actions and decisions, and evaluate yourself as a person


Don't be afraid, just / Look at yourself
Do not hesitate or fear to examine and introspect yourself


If you need assistance / Or if all you need is love
If you require help or companionship, or just want love and affection,


There's no point in hiding / Tell me what you?re frightened of
Then there's no benefit in concealing your fears and anxieties - communicate them to someone who cares about you


You've got a friend, just / Look at yourself
Remember that you have a supporter and confidant - yourself - and rely on your own strengths




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: KEN HENSLEY

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Comments from YouTube:

Dave Ben

My favourite rock song ever - just an energy surge from start to finish and still works after all these years.

Mycroft Selene

Yes absolutely correct information there bro! Mine too! Ever since I heard it the very first time! Loved it so much! Muchos gracias por la video mi hermano! Ciao for now Out

Михаил Сергопольцев

Beликолепный альбом ! Все песни супер !

Dave Hamilton

This album got played at every party back in the day! This song really brings back the memories!! Still sounds fantastic after all these years!!😎🤘

Kat

Great fire throughout with ALL band members, very intense track. RIP to the fallen members of this awesome band. Best wishes to Mick Box. ❤️🇺🇸

Mycroft Selene

My absolute favorite song from Uriah Heep! I can't tell you how much I have been looking for this tune Eh!!! Much thanks again brothers! Love it! Ciao for now Out

Jeff J

Happy Birthday Paul Newton born on February 21, 1948. He is an English rock musician. He was bassist with progressive group Shinn, which featured organist Don Shinn and drummer Brian "Blinky" Davison, and then joined a reformed line-up of The Gods with Ken Hensley and Lee Kerslake. He was the original bass guitarist for Uriah Heep and played on the band's first three albums. - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paul_Newton_(musician)

Benoit Achten

Great song!

stringtension

Just listen to Ken Hensley's snarling, grinding Hammond tone. So good.

just music

Saw them play this a hundred years ago

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