Wish U Were Here
Cody Simpson, Becky G
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Lately I got this feeling I don't know what's the meaning But I know it's strong And it's over you All I want is to be home with you Oh ooh oh I'm coming right back Oh ooh oh Livin' without you is a No no I'm coming right back Oh ooh oh I wish you were here Yeah, I wish you were here Music is better And lights are brighter when you are near Am I making it clear? The music is better And right now I just wish you were here Oh ooh oh Right now I just wish you were here Oh ooh oh Right now I just wish you were here At night A different city Brighter lights, should be pretty But they can't compare, no To the light from you All I want right now is to be home with you Oh ooh oh I'm coming right back Oh ooh oh Livin' without you is a No no I'm coming right back Oh ooh oh I wish you were here Yeah, I wish you were here Music is better And lights are brighter when you are near Am I making it clear? The music is better And right now I just wish you were here Oh ooh oh Right now I just wish you were here Oh ooh oh Right now I just wish you were here Can't wait 'til you come back home I know it's late, hold you above the phone It so hard gettin' by all alone So call me back, leave a message at the tone I know, you know, I know we can make it by It's been too long since I've looked into you eyes And I'm waitin', so hurry back Bring the shine boy You better follow the path Car, bus, train, go and get a cab Or just fly here- Jet pack Roger that, do you copy? I was a puzzle piece but you solved me Our future, I see is so clear And right now I wish you were here Yeah, I wish you were here Music is better And lights are brighter when you are near Am I making it clear? The music is better And right now I just wish you were here Oh ooh oh Right now I just wish you were here Oh ooh oh Right now I just wish you were here Oh ooh oh Right now I just wish you were here Oh ooh oh Right now I just wish you were here
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Written by: TAIO CRUZ, BECKY GOMEZ, LUKASZ GOTTWALD, BONNIE LEIGH MCKEE, HENRY WALTER
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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17 facts about this song
Release Details"Wish U Were Here" was officially released by Cody Simpson as a single in August 2012.
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Album InclusionThis song is part of Simpson's second EP titled "Preview to Paradise," which was released in 2012.
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CollaborationThe song features American pop/rap singer Becky G who added her own rap verse to the track.
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Chart Performance"Wish U Were Here" debuted at number 16 on the Billboard's Hot 100 chart.
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Music VideoThe music video for this single was released in August 2012, and it shows glimpses of Simpson preparing for and performing on tour, reflecting the song's relatable theme of missing somebody.
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Songwriting TeamThe track was co-written by a team of four songwriters including Cody, Becky G, Nasri Atweh (from Magic!) and Adam Messinger.
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Premiered on RadioThe single was first premiered on a very popular radio station – iHeartRadio.
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Tour PromotionThe song was a promotional track for Cody Simpson’s ‘Welcome to Paradise’ tour in 2012.
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Pop GenreThe song is usually classified as a pop song, showcasing the genre that Cody Simpson is most recognized for.
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Meaning"Wish U Were Here" lyrics express a yearning for a special someone who is not near, making it a relatable song for those in long-distance relationships or away from loved ones.
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Acoustic PerformanceSimpson has also performed an acoustic version of the song on various occasions, showcasing his vocal range and acoustic guitar skills.
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Positive ReviewsThe song received generally positive reviews from critics, with many praising its catchy hook and Simpson's vocal performance.
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Platforms Availability"Wish U Were Here" is available on major music platforms including Spotify, Amazon Music, Apple Music, and YouTube.
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Live PerformancesAside from his tour, Simpson has also performed "Wish U Were Here" on several television shows, including The Ellen DeGeneres Show.
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Musical StyleThe song reflects Simpson's usual Pop and R&B style, featuring upbeat melodies and a danceable rhythm.
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Memorable LinesSome standout lyrics from the song include "Wish you were here / Yeah, I wish you were here / Music is better / And lights are brighter when you are near".
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InspirationThe song's longing theme often leads fans to speculate it might be drawn from Simpson's own personal experiences, although the singer has not confirmed this.
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