Where You At

Jennifer Hudson

About Where You At

"Where You At" is a song recorded by American recording artist Jennifer Hudson. It was written and produced by fellow R&B singer R. Kelly for her second album I Remember Me (2011). Released as the album's lead single, the song debuted on January 24, 2011 and was released on February 8, 2011. Remixes for the song have been made by Dave Audé. In 2019, Hudson removed the song from all streaming platforms and stopped performing it live in support of several women who had come forward with stories of abuse at the hands of the song's writer and producer, R. Kelly. 


Year:
2011
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You said when the storm came
That you would be there with your umbrella to block the rain
And you said you'd protect me
From heartache, pain, lies, loneliness, and misery
You said you'd tear down the walls that were in my way
You promised things would be okay
And I stood there in the freezing cold
And I waited for you, but you never showed

Where you at? Oh, where you at? Oh, where you at?
Boy you say would be here for me
Where you at? (Where you at?)
Where you at? (Where you at?)
Where you at? (Where you at?)

Now you said you go to church
Stop slanging, find a real job, and go to work
And you say you stay out of the streets
And spend more time with me
Take away my doubts and fears and fulfill my dreams
You said you'd be that shoulder for my eyes to cry on
Said you would be that one that I could depend on
And I stood there in the freezing cold
And I waited for you, but you never showed

Where you at? (Where you at?)
Where you at? (Where you at?)
Where you at?
Boy you say would be here for me
Where you at? (Where)
Where you at? (Where you at?)
Where you at? (Where you at?)

And oh false promises is much like fake named
You painted a picture for me but there was no frame
You made my future look bright and I believed every word
I went to sleep on the clouds and woke up in the dirt
And now I'm without shelter and the wind is blowing
You say you'd be there for me boy when the tough got going
Said if weapons draw, you'd stand in front of me
Whenever I fell trapped, said you'd be the one to set me free
Thought you were my hero
But as it turns out you a no show
Tell me where

Where you at? (You at?)
Where you at? (Where you at babe?)
Where you at?
Oh you said would be there for me
Where you at? (Where you at?)
Where you at? (Baby where you at?)
Where you at?

You said you'd be right there for me
Where you at? (And I can't)
Where you at? (See)
Where you at? (See, see)
Where you at? (See)
Where you at?
You'd said you'd be right there for me

Where you at? (So, I'm waiting home)
Where you at? (Right here)
Where you at? (Until you appear and deliver)
Deliver (Deliver)
Deliver (Deliver)
(Deliver) deliver oh boy
Deliver
Where you at? (Deliver)
Where you at? (Deliver)

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Jennifer Hudson

Jennifer Kate Hudson (born September 12, 1981) is an American recording artist, actress and spokesperson. She came to prominence in 2004 as a finalist on the third season of American Idol, coming in seventh place. She made her film debut in Dreamgirls (2006), which won her an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, a Golden Globe Award, a BAFTA Award, an NAACP Image Award and a Screen Actors Guild Award. more »

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Written by: ROBERT S. KELLY

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group

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12 facts about this song

Release Date
"Where You At" was released in the United States on January 24, 2011.
Album
It is a track in Jennifer Hudson's second studio album, titled "I Remember Me," which was released on March 22, 2011.
Genre
The song falls under the genre of R&B and soul.
Songwriter and Producer
"Where You At" was written and produced by the Grammy-winning R&B artist R. Kelly.
Chart Success
The song reached 10 on the US Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, giving Jennifer Hudson one of her top-charting singles.
Performance Debut
Jennifer Hudson first performed the song live on "The Oprah Winfrey Show" in February 2011.
Music Video
The music video for "Where You At" was directed by Anthony Mandler, who has also worked with artists like Rihanna and Jay-Z.
Critic Reviews
The song received mostly positive reviews from music critics, who praised Jennifer Hudson's vocal performance.
GRAMMY Nominated
Despite not winning, "Where You At" was nominated for Best R&B performance at the 54th GRAMMY Awards in 2012.
Inspirational Message
The song is a powerful ballad addressing a loved one who isn't there when they're needed the most.
Other Performances
After her initial performance on "The Oprah Winfrey Show," Jennifer Hudson also rendered the song on "American Idol" and "Good Morning America."
Cover Versions
Various artists have made cover versions of this song due to its popularity and emotional depth.

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