Wherever You Will Go

The Calling

About Wherever You Will Go

"Wherever You Will Go" is the debut single by American band The Calling. The song was released on May 21, 2001, as the first single from their debut studio album Camino Palmero (2001). It remains their most renowned and their most successful hit, peaking at number five on the Billboard Hot 100 and topping the Adult Top 40 for 23 weeks, the second longest-running number one in the chart's history, behind "Smooth" by Santana and Rob Thomas. Outside the United States, the song experienced similar success, peaking atop the music charts of Italy, New Zealand and Poland, reaching number three in the United Kingdom, number five in Australia, and becoming a top-ten hit in several European countries.  


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2002
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So lately, been wondering
Who will be there to take my place
When I'm gone you'll need love to light the shadows on your face
If a great wave shall fall and fall upon us all
Then between the sand and stone, could you make it on your own

If I could, then I would
I'll go wherever you will go
Way up high or down low, I'll go wherever you will go

And maybe, I'll find out
A way to make it back someday
To watch you, to guide you through the darkest of your days
If a great wave shall fall and fall upon us all
Then I hope there's someone out there who can bring me back to you

If I could, then I would
I'll go wherever you will go
Way up high or down low, I'll go wherever you will go

Run away with my heart
Run away with my hope
Run away with my love

I know now, just quite how
My life and love might still go on
In your heart, in your mind, I'll stay with you for all of time

If I could, then I would
I'll go wherever you will go
Way up high or down low, I'll go wherever you will go

If I could turn back time, I'll go wherever you will go
If I could make you mine, I'll go wherever you will go
I'll go wherever you will go

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The Calling

The Calling is an American rock band from Los Angeles, California, best known for their hit single, "Wherever You Will Go". The group formed in 2000 and have released two albums. They have been on an indefinite "hiatus" since 2005, leaving most fans to conclude that they have broken up permanently. more »

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Written by: Aaron Kamin, Alex Band

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group

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11 facts about this song

Genre
"Wherever You Will Go" falls within the genres of alternative rock and post-grunge.
Chart Performance
The song reached number five on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States. - It topped the Adult Top 40 chart for a staggering 23 weeks, a record only broken by Maroon 5's song "Daylight" in 2013.
Album Release
"Wherever You Will Go" was part of "The Calling's" debut album, "Camino Palmero," released in July 2001.
Song Inspiration
Lead vocalist Alex Band said he wrote the song about his then-girlfriend's grandmother, who died right before Band met her, and she wished that her grandmother would look after him if something happened to her.
Music Video
The music video for "Wherever You Will Go" was directed by Gregory Dark and filmed on the streets of Los Angeles.
Award Nominations
The song was nominated for the Favorite Adult Contemporary Song category at the Teen Choice Awards in 2002.
Song Popularity
Billboard named "Wherever You Will Go" as the number 1 song of the decade on the Adult Pop Charts (2001-2010) based on its performance.
Usage in Media
The song gained additional popularity for being used in the movie "Love Actually" as well as the TV series "Smallville."
Cover Versions
"Wherever You Will Go" has been covered by several artists, including Charlene Soraia, whose version was used in a Twinings tea advert in the UK, sending it up to No. 3 on the UK Singles Chart.
Band Breakup
Despite the success of the song and album, The Calling disbanded in 2005, briefly reuniting in 2013 and then formally reuniting in 2016.
Legacy
Years after its release, "Wherever You Will Go" continues to enjoy radio play and is widely recognized as The Calling's signature song.

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