What Am I to You?

Norah Jones

About What Am I to You?

"What Am I to You?" is the second single from Feels like Home from Norah Jones.


Year:
2004
3:29
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What am I to you?

Tell me darlin' true
To me you are the sea
Vast as you can be
And deep the shade of blue

When you're feelin' low
Oh to whom else do you go?
See I'd cry if you hurt
I'd give you my last shirt
Because I love you so

Now if my sky should fall
Would you even call?
I've opened up my heart
I never want to part
I'm givin' you the ball

When I look in your eyes
I can feel the butterflies
I'll love you when you're blue
But tell me darlin' true
What am I to you?

Now if my sky should fall
Would you even call?
I've opened up my heart
I never wanna part
Givin' you the ball

When I look in your eyes
I can feel the butterflies
Could you find a love in me?
Would you carve me in a tree?
Don't fill my heart with lies
I will love you when you're blue
But tell me darlin' true
What am I to you?

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Norah Jones

Norah Jones (born Geethali Norah Jones Shankar; March 30, 1979) is an American singer-songwriter, pianist, and actress. She is the daughter of Indian sitar player Ravi Shankar and Sue Jones. She is also the paternal half-sister of Anoushka Shankar. more »

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Written by: Norah Jones

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15 facts about this song

Album
"What Am I to You?" is a song by Norah Jones featured in her second album, "Feels Like Home," released in 2004.
Song Length
With a duration of only 3:29 minutes, "What Am I to You?" is one of the shorter songs on the album.
Songwriter
Norah herself penned the song, showcasing her talent as a lyricist and a composer.
Grammy Winner
"Feels Like Home," the album that "What Am I to You?" belongs to, won the Grammy for Best Pop Vocal Album in 2005.
Musical Style
The song blends elements of contemporary jazz and country music, indicative of Norah Jones's unique musical style.
Acclaimed Album
"Feels Like Home," holding "What Am I to You?" stayed at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart for six consecutive weeks.
Instrumentation
In "What Am I to You?", listeners can appreciate the use of various instruments including the guitar, piano, and acoustic bass, contributing to its rich sound.
Mood
The composition and the lyrics give the song a soulful and somewhat melancholic mood.
Sales
As a part of the album "Feels Like Home," "What Am I to You?" contributed to the album's massive sales figure which exceeded 1 million copies within a week of its release.
Norah Jones's Favorite
Jones reportedly considers "What Am I to You?" as one of her favorite songs to perform live.
Critical Reception
The song and its album received widespread critical acclaim, with praise especially directed towards Norah's vocal performance and songwriting skills.
Inspirations
Norah was reportedly inspired by classic country and folk music when she composed "What Am I to You?" and the rest of the album "Feels Like Home".
Music Video
Although "What Am I to You?" didn't have an official music video, several live performances and fan-made videos can be found online.
Cover Versions
Several artists and fans have covered "What Am I to You?" over the years, testament to the track's lasting popularity.
Lyrics
The song asks a poignant question about a relationship's status and how someone feels about Jones, reflecting on themes of love and uncertainty.

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