Nobody's Supposed to Be Here

Deborah Cox

About Nobody's Supposed to Be Here

"Nobody's Supposed to Be Here" is the lead single released by Canadian recording artist Deborah Cox from her second studio album One Wish (1998). It is Cox's most successful song, peaking at number two on the Billboard Hot 100 for eight weeks, and spending a then-record fourteen weeks at number one on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart. In 2017, Billboard ranked the song at number five on its "Greatest of All Time Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs" chart. It is written and produced by Anthony "Shep" Crawford.  


Year:
1999
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How did you get in
Nobody's supposed to be here
I've tried that love thing for the last time
My heart says no, no
Nobody's supposed to be here
But you came along and changed my mind

I've spent all my life
On a search to find
The love who'll stay for eternity
The heaven sent to fulfill my needs
But when I turned around 
Again love has knocked me down
My heart got broken 
Oh it hurt so bad
I'm sad to say love wins again
So I place my heart under lock and key
To take some time and take care of me
But I turn around and you're staying here

How did you get in
Nobody's supposed to be here
I've tried that love thing for the last time
My heart says no, no
Nobody's supposed to be here, (nobody's supposed to be here)
But you came along and changed my mind

This time I swear I'm through
But if only you knew
How many times I've said those words
Then fall again when will I ever learn
Knowing these tears I've cried
This lovely black butterfly
Must take a chance and spread my wings
Love can make you do some crazy things
So I place my heart under lock and key
To take some time and take care of me
But I turn around and you're standing here
Standing here

Shoo do doop
Nobody's supposed to be here
Nobody
No no no no 
No no no no

How did you get in
Nobody's supposed to be here
I've tried that love thing for the last time
My heart says no, no
Nobody's supposed to be here
But you came along and you changed my mind

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Deborah Cox

Deborah Cox (born July 13, 1974) is a Canadian R&B singer-songwriter and actress. Her 1998 song "Nobody's Supposed to Be Here" held the record for longest-running number one single on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart (14 weeks), a record held for nearly eight years. She has achieved eleven number-one hits on Billboard's Hot Dance Club Play chart. She is often cited as Canada's top R&B artist. more »

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Written by: Anthony Schapell Crawford, Montell Jordan

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC

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13 facts about this song

Chart Performance
"Nobody's Supposed to Be Here" stayed on the Billboard’s Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs Chart for 14 weeks, making it one of the longest-running number one R&B singles ever.
Album Success
The song is part of the album "One Wish" which went platinum, largely due to the success of this single.
Release
"Nobody's Supposed to Be Here" was released in the United States and Canada as the lead single from the album on September 21, 1998.
Song Writers
It was written by singer-songwriter Montell Jordan and Anthony "Shep" Crawford.
Genres
The song falls under the genres of R&B and Soul, but it also has been popular in Dance and Club music due to its dance mix version.
Dance Mix
The Hex Hector Dance Mix of "Nobody's Supposed to Be Here" reached number one on Billboard's Dance Club Songs chart.
Awards and Nominations
The song earned Deborah Cox a Soul Train Music Award nomination for "R&B/Soul or Rap Song of the Year" in 1999.
Song Meaning
The song speaks about overcoming heartbreak and giving love another chance despite past disappointments.
Cover Versions
Many artists have covered "Nobody's Supposed to Be Here," demonstrating its enduring appeal. These include Patti LaBelle and Kelly Clarkson.
Critic Reviews
The song received positive reviews from music critics. Stephen Thomas Erlewine of AllMusic picked the song as a standout track from the album.
Celebrity Fan
Oprah Winfrey named "Nobody's Supposed to Be Here" as one of her all-time favorite songs during an interview with Deborah Cox on her talk show.
Music Video
The music video was directed by acclaimed director J. Kevin Swain and features Cox in various settings including a jazz club and a ballet studio.
Commercial Success
"Nobody's Supposed to Be Here" remains Deborah Cox's biggest hit to date and solidified her as a leading vocalist in 90s R&B music.

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