Waiting for You
Seal
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Everyday a shade of blue You won't believe What I'm going through It just feels like I can't afford to let myself go No oh no Everyone is just the same They touch me But I can't say There has been no one brighter than you I can't deny these things that I do Feels like the world's at stake 'cause I have been waiting I have been waiting for you Heavenly that's what you are You're burning me like a shining star How am I supposed to be that king without you Oh it's true yeah Everyone is just the same They love me But I can't say There has been no one brighter than you I can't deny these things that I do Feels like the world's at stake yeah I have been waiting I have been waiting for you Yeah, yeah There has been no one brighter than you I can't deny these things that I do Feels like the world's at stake 'cause I have been waiting I have been waiting for you I have seen no light brighter than you And I can't deny these things that I do Feels like the world's at stake yeah I have been waiting I have been waiting for you, yeah for you Everyday I sit down and I feel like I'm waiting For you I've been waiting for you For you I have been waiting I have been waiting for you
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Written by: MARK CHRISTOPHER BATSON, SEAL HENRI SAMUEL
Lyrics © DOWNTOWN MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
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11 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Waiting for You" is a song by Seal that falls under the pop and soul genre.
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Album HistoryThe track is listed as the lead song on Seal's fourth studio album, aptly titled "Seal IV," which was released in 2003.
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Songwriters CollaborationThe song was co-written by Seal himself alongside Mark Batson who is a widely known producer in the music industry, having worked with big names like Eminem, Alicia Keys and Dave Matthews Band.
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Production FactsThe production of "Waiting for You" was managed by the legendary producer Trevor Horn, who has worked with several other high-profile artists, including Paul McCartney, Rod Stewart, and Tina Turner.
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Audio AspectThe song has a typical Seal sound, marked by an R&B vibe melded perfectly with pop elements.
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Chart PerformanceIn terms of commercial performance, "Waiting for You" peaked at #29 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Music VideoThere is an official music video for the song which portrays a more alternative setting and abstract interpretation of the song lyrics.
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Reception by CriticsCritics generally praised Seal's vocal performance in "Waiting for You", describing it as emotional and moving.
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RecognitionEven though it was not a chart-topper, the song is recognized and praised by fans for its depth of meaning and Seal's unique vocal style.
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Inspirational MessageThe song hones in on themes of patience, longing, and hope, resonating with listeners who are in similar emotional situations or experiences.
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Notable LyricsSome of the song's most noteworthy lyrics are "Every morning when I wake, I'm just waiting for you. Every day when I am not, I'm just waiting for you."
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