Show Me
John Legend
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Oh oh I realize as I lay down to sleep, we haven't spoke in weeks So many things that I'd like to know... Come have a talk with me I need a sign, something I can see Why all the mystery? I try not to fall for make-believe, but what is reality? Where do we go, what do we know? Life has to have a meaning Show me the light, show me the way Show that you're listening Show me, that you love me Show me that you walk with me Hopefully, just above me, heaven's watchin over me Guess it's funny how I say thanks to you for all you've given me Sometimes the price of what you gave to me, I can't stop questioning Oh God of love, peace, and mercy, why so much suffering? I pray for the world, it gets worse to me Wonder if you're listening When people go, why do they go? Why don't you choose me? But someday I'll know that I'm gonna go I hope you're waiting for me Show me that you love me Show me that you walk with me Hopefully, just above me Heaven's watching over me Oh Show me, oh oh, show me Maybe we'll talk some other night Right now I'll take it easy Won't spend my time waiting to die Enjoy the life I'm living Show me that you love me Show me that you walk with me Hopefully, just above me, heaven's watching over me Oh Show me that you love me Show me that you walk with me Hopefully, just above me, heaven's watching over me Oh
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Written by: ESTELLE SWARAY, JOHN LEGEND, RAPHAEL SAADIQ, ROBERT BACON
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14 facts about this song
Release Date"Show Me" by John Legend was released in 2006 as part of the artist's second studio album "Once Again."
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Song GenreThe song is classified under the musical genres of R&B and soul.
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Chart Performance"Show Me" did not enter the mainstream charts, but it remains one of John Legend's most critically acclaimed songs.
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Album SuccessDespite the lack of individual chart success for "Show Me," Legend's "Once Again" album was a major hit, reaching #3 on the Billboard 200 and going Platinum in the U.S.
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Song MessageThe lyrics of "Show Me" are a plea to God for insight and understanding, making it one of Legend's more spiritual tracks.
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CollaborationThe song was co-written by John Legend and Will.i.am from The Black Eyed Peas.
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Music VideoThe music video was directed by Lee Hirsch and features the singer exploring a fantastical forest, which mirrors the song's themes of searching for answers.
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Critical Recognition"Show Me" is often mentioned as a highlight of the "Once Again" album, with critics praising its soulful and introspective tone.
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Live PerformancesJohn Legend has included "Show Me" in many of his live concerts, where it is often warmly received by audiences.
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Influence on Other ArtistsThe song and its parent album inspired multiple new artists. Adele reportedly named "Show Me" as one of the songs that influenced her.
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InstrumentationThe melody for the song is mainly played on the piano, a feature that is characteristic of most songs by the artist.
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Songwriting ProcessIn several interviews, John Legend has shared that "Show Me" mirrors his personal quest for deeper understanding and universal love.
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Fan ReactionAlthough not commercially successful, "Show Me" quickly became a fan favorite due to its deeply emotional and introspective lyrics.
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Philanthropy AssociationThe song served as an inspiration for the "Show Me Campaign," a nonprofit organization founded by John Legend that promotes quality education for all children.
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