Whataya Want from Me

Adam Lambert

About Whataya Want from Me

"Whataya Want from Me" ("what do you want from me") is a song by American recording artist and American Idol eighth season runner-up Adam Lambert from his debut studio album, For Your Entertainment. It was released as the second single from the album. The song peaked at number 10 on the Billboard Hot 100, becoming his highest charted single since his digital cover version of "Mad World". The song charted within the top 10 of the charts in thirteen countries. The pop rock song was written by Pink, Max Martin, and Shellback and was recorded by Pink for her fifth studio album, Funhouse, but did not make it to the final cut. Lambert's vocal performance of the song received a Grammy nomination for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance. The song was included on the set list of Lambert's first concert tour, the 2010 Glam Nation Tour where he performed an acoustic rendition of it during the "ballad" section of the show. 


Year:
2009
3:47
633 
#3

 Watch: New Singing Lesson Videos Can Make Anyone A Great Singer

Hey, slow it down
Whataya want from me
Whataya want from me
Yeah, I'm afraid
Whataya want from me
Whataya want from me

There might have been a time
When I would give myself away
(Ooh) Once upon a time
I didn't give a damn
But now here we are
So whataya want from me
Whataya want from me

Just don't give up
I'm workin' it out
Please don't give in
I won't let you down
It messed me up, need a second to breathe
Just keep coming around
Hey, whataya want from me
Whataya want from me

Yeah, it's plain to see
That baby you're beautiful
And there's nothing wrong with you
It's me I'm a freak
But thanks for lovin' me
'Cause you're doing it perfectly

There might have been a time
When I would let you slip away
I wouldn't even try but I think
You could save my life

Just don't give up
I'm workin' it out
Please don't give in
I won't let you down
It messed me up, need a second to breathe
Just keep coming around
Hey, whataya want from me
Whataya want from me
Whataya want from me
Whataya want from me

Just don't give up on me
I won't let you down
No, I won't let you down

So
Just don't give up
I'm workin' it out
Please don't give in
I won't let you down
It messed me up, need a second to breathe
Just keep coming around
Hey, whataya want from me

Just don't give up
I'm workin' it out
Please don't give in
I won't let you down
It messed me up, need a second to breathe
Just keep coming around
Hey, whataya want from me
(whataya want from me)
Whataya want from me
(whataya want from me)
Whataya want from me

 The easy, fast & fun way to learn how to sing: 30DaySinger.com


Adam Lambert

Adam Mitchel Lambert (born January 29, 1982) is an American singer-songwriter and stage actor born in Indianapolis but raised in San Diego. He began performing in amateur theatrical productions in childhood, a path he pursued into adulthood, appearing in professional productions in the U.S. and abroad. more »

9 fans

Written by: ALECIA MOORE, MAX MARTIN, JOHAN SCHUSTER

Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind


10 facts about this song

Release and Reception
"Whataya Want from Me" was debuted as the second single from Adam Lambert's first studio album, "For Your Entertainment," in November 2009.
Chart Performance
The song was a global success, peaking in the top ten in various countries including Australia and the United States and became his highest-charting single to date.
Grammy Nomination
In December 2010, the song granted Adam Lambert a nomination for Best Male Pop Vocal Performance at the 53rd Grammy Awards – this was his first-ever Grammy nomination.
Gold and Platinum Standards
"Whataya Want from Me" received a Gold Certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) for selling over 500,000 digital copies in the US. The song was also certified multi-platinum in Australia and Canada.
The Songwriters
"Whataya Want from Me" was penned by Pink, Max Martin, and Shellback. Pink initially recorded it for her album "Funhouse" but it didn’t make the final cut.
Music Video
The song's music video was directed by Diane Martel and has Adam Lambert going through emotional struggles, it was released on January 15, 2010.
Positive Reviews
The song received positive music critiques, with some considering it one of the standout tracks from the album "For Your Entertainment".
Cover Versions
Several artists, including Pink herself during her Truth About Love Tour, have covered "Whataya Want From Me" during live performances.
Background
Lambert revealed in an interview that the song is about the pressures of fame and what the music industry can do to a person.
Impact on Pop Culture
The song was featured in an episode of the popular TV sitcom "Glee," where it was performed by the character of Elliott "Starchild" Gilbert, who was played by Adam Lambert.

Discuss the Whataya Want from Me Lyrics with the community:

0 Comments

    Citation

    Use the citation below to add these lyrics to your bibliography:

    Style:MLAChicagoAPA

    "Whataya Want from Me Lyrics." Lyrics.com. STANDS4 LLC, 2024. Web. 19 Apr. 2024. <https://www.lyrics.com/lyric-lf/792904/Adam+Lambert/Whataya+Want+from+Me>.

    Missing lyrics by Adam Lambert?

    Know any other songs by Adam Lambert? Don't keep it to yourself!

    Watch the song video

    Whataya Want from Me

    114.1M
    885.2K     0

    Top Hot 100 Songs 2010

    Billboard #10


    Browse Lyrics.com

    Quiz

    Are you a music master?

    »
    "Just Like Heaven" is a famous 80s song by which post-punk alternative band?
    A New Order
    B The Cure
    C Talking Heads
    D The Smiths

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Chrome

    Get instant explanation for any lyrics that hits you anywhere on the web!

    Free, no signup required:

    Add to Firefox

    Get instant explanation for any acronym or abbreviation that hits you anywhere on the web!

    Adam Lambert tracks

    On Radio Right Now

    Loading...

    Powered by OnRad.io


    Think you know music? Test your MusicIQ here!