If I Were You

Hoobastank

About If I Were You

"If I Were You" is the first single released from Hoobastank's third studio album, Every Man for Himself. The song reached number 23 on the Modern Rock chart.


Year:
2006
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You seem to find the dark, when everything is bright
You look for all that's wrong, instead of all that right
Does it feel good to you? to reign on my parade
You never say a word, unless it's to complain
It's driving me insane

If I were you, holding the world right in my hands.
The first thing I'd do, is thank the stars for all that I am
If I were you

Look what's around you now, more than you ever dreamed
Have you forgotten just, how hard it use to be?
So what's it going to take? for you to realize
That all could go away, in one blink of an eye
It happens all the time

If I were you, holding the world right in my hands.
The first thing I'd do, is thank the stars above, tell the words I love
That I do

Yea if I were you,
Whoa, yea if I were you
If I were you, whoa
Yea if I were you

So what's it going to take? for you to realise
It all could go away, in one blink of an eye it happens all the time!

If I were you, holding the world right in my hands.
The first thing I'd do, is thank the stars above, tell the words I love
Take a breath and enjoy the view
Live the life that I wanted to
If I were you if I were you if I were you!

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Hoobastank

Hoobastank (often stylized as h∞bastank) is an American rock band, best known for their hit "The Reason". They formed in 1994 in Agoura Hills, California, with singer Doug Robb, guitarist Dan Estrin, drummer Chris Hesse, and original bassist Markku Lappalainen. They were signed to Island Records from 2001 to 2012 and have released five albums and one extended play to date. Their fifth studio album, Fight or Flight, was released on September 11, 2012. They have sold 10 million albums worldwide. more »

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Written by: Douglas Robb, Daniel Estrin, Chris Hesse

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10 facts about this song

Release and Album
"If I Were You" is a song by the American rock band, Hoobastank. It was released as a single in 2006 from their third studio album, "Every Man for Himself."
Song Meaning
The song "If I Were You" is often seen as an effort at self-reflection or introspection, with a focus on questioning actions, decisions and relationships.
Chart Performance
"If I Were You" did well on the music charts, peaking at number 16 on the Billboard Hot Mainstream Rock Tracks chart in the United States.
Music Video
The music video for the song is quite dramatic, portraying stories of different individuals dealing with conflict and regret in their lives.
Song Writing
Like many of Hoobastank's songs, "If I Were You" was co-written by all the band members - Doug Robb, Dan Estrin, Chris Hesse, and Josh Moreau.
Critical Reception
Critics had mixed reviews about 'If I Were You', some praised its introspective lyrics and strong melody, while others felt it wasn't as impactful as their previous releases.
Live Performances
The song has featured in many of Hoobastank's live performances, becoming a fan favorite over the years.
Album Success
"Every Man for Himself," the album on which "If I Were You" appears, reached number 12 on the Billboard 200 chart, and was certified Gold in the United States.
Artistic Evolution
According to the band members, "If I Were You" marks a point of artistic maturity for Hoobastank, showcasing their growth and development as musicians.
Link with Fans
"If I Were You" is often seen as a piece that connects Hoobastank with their fans on a more personal level due to its introspective and thought-provoking lyrics.

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