Sitting, Waiting, Wishing
Jack Johnson
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Well I was sitting, waiting, wishing You believed in superstitions Then maybe you'd see the signs Lord knows that this world is cruel And I ain't the Lord no I'm just a fool And a loving somebody don't make them love you Must I always be waiting, waiting on you? Must I always be playing, playing your fool? I sang your songs, I danced your dance I gave your friends all a chance Putting up with them wasn't worth never having you Aw, maybe you've been through this before But it's my first time so please ignore The next few lines 'cause they're directed at you I can't always be waiting, waiting on you I can't always be playing, playing your fool I keep playing your part But it's not my scene Want this plot to twist I've had enough mystery Keep building it up But then you're shooting me down But I'm already down Just wait a minute Just sitting, waiting Just wait a minute Just sitting, waiting Well if I was in your position I'd put down all my ammunition I'd wonder why it had taken me so long But Lord knows that I'm not you And if I was I wouldn't be so cruel 'Cause waiting on love ain't so easy to do Must I always be waiting, waiting on you? Must I always be playing, playing your fool? No I can't always be waiting, waiting on you I can't always be playing, playing your fool, fool
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Written by: Jack Hody Johnson
Lyrics © Bubble Toes Publishing, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING
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10 facts about this song
Song Creation"Sitting, Waiting, Wishing" is a song by Jack Johnson from his album "In Between Dreams," which was released in 2005. The song was written by Johnson himself.
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Awards and RecognitionThe song was nominated for a Grammy Award in 2006 for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance.
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Song StyleThe music of "Sitting, Waiting, Wishing" is an amalgamation of folk rock and soft rock, and the lyrics express unrequited love with a touch of melancholy.
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Unique VideoThe music video for "Sitting, Waiting, Wishing" was shot with the sequence happening in reverse but Johnson is singing forward.
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Chart Performance"Sitting, Waiting, Wishing" ranked on several international music charts. It reached number 66 on the US Billboard Hot 100; number two on the Billboard Modern Rock Tracks chart, and number eleven on the UK Singles Chart.
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Inspiration SourceJohnson revealed in interviews that "Sitting, Waiting, Wishing" was inspired by his longtime friend's unrequited love for a woman.
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Platinum CertificationThe song has received platinum certification by the RIAA, indicating over one million sales.
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Pop Culture Reference"Sitting, Waiting, Wishing" has been featured in several television series, such as "Grey's Anatomy" and "The Secret Life of the American Teenager."
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Live PerformancesJohnson often performs this song live during his concerts and it is recognized as one of his signature songs.
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Covers and AdaptationsOver the years, "Sitting, Waiting, Wishing" has been covered by many artists worldwide showcasing its popularity and appeal.
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