How You Gonna See Me Now

Alice Cooper

About How You Gonna See Me Now

"How You Gonna See Me Now" is a song written by Alice Cooper, Bernie Taupin, and Dick Wagner, performed by Cooper and produced by David Foster. It was released on Cooper's album, From the Inside. The song reached number nine in Australia and the Netherlands. In the U. S., it reached number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song was a regular part of Cooper's setlist on the ‘Madhouse Rocks Tour' supporting From the Inside, but despite its success as a single, “How You Gonna See Me Now” has never been performed live since 1980.  


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1979
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Dear darlin' surprised to hear from me?
Bet you're sittin' drinkin' coffee, yawnin' sleepily
Just to let you know
I'm gonna be home soon
I'm kinda awkward and afraid
Time has changed your point of view

How you gonna see me now
Please don't see me ugly babe
'Cause I know I let you down
In oh so many ways
How you gonna see me now
Since we've been on our own
Are you gonna love the man
When the man gets home

Listen darlin' now I'm heading for the west
Straightened out my head but my old heart is still a mess
Yes I'm worried honey
Guess that's natural though
It's like I'm waiting for a welcome sign
Like a hobo in the snow

How you gonna see me now
Please don't see me ugly babe
'Cause I know I let you down
In oh so many ways
How you gonna see me now
Since we've been on our own
Are you gonna love the man
When the man gets home

And just like the first time
We're just strangers again
I might have grown out of style
In the place I've been
And just like the first time
I'll be shakin' inside
When I walk in the door
There'll be no place to hide

How you gonna see me now
Please don't see me ugly babe
'Cause I know I let you down
In oh so many ways
How you gonna see me now
Since we've been on our own
Are you gonna love the man
When the man gets home

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Alice Cooper

Alice Cooper (born Vincent Damon Furnier; February 4, 1948) is an American rock singer, songwriter and musician whose career spans more than four decades. With a stage show that features guillotines, electric chairs, fake blood, boa constrictors, and baby dolls, Cooper has drawn equally from horror movies, vaudeville and garage rock to pioneer a grandly theatrical and violent brand of heavy metal designed to shock. more »

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Written by: RICHARD WAGNER, ALICE COOPER, BERNARD TAUPIN

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Spirit Music Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.

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10 facts about this song

Song Identity
"How You Gonna See Me Now" is a song by Alice Cooper, a famous American singer, songwriter, and actor, known for his distinctive raspy voice and theatrical stage shows.
Release and Album
The song was released in 1978 and is featured in Cooper's album titled "From the Inside."
Songwriting
Alice Cooper co-wrote "How You Gonna See Me Now" with Bernie Taupin and Dick Wagner. Taupin is notably famous for his work with Elton John.
Musical Style
The song showcases a softer side of Alice Cooper, contrasting with his usual hard rock style. It can be categorized as a pop ballad with a deeply emotional undertone.
Inspiration
The song is based on Alice Cooper's own struggles. After years of heavy alcohol consumption, he had to undergo treatment and therapy.
Lyrics Significance
The lyrics of "How You Gonna See Me Now" revolve around Cooper's fear and uncertainty about how his wife will react when he returns home after his treatment for alcoholism. It represents an apology and plea for understanding.
Chart Success
Despite its dark themes, the song was well-received by audiences and climbed to number 12 on the U.S. Billboard Hot 100 and reached number nine on the Irish Singles Chart.
Music Video
The promotional music video for "How You Gonna See Me Now" has a ghoul-like figure, played by Cooper himself, who glimpses into the life he is about to return to after therapy.
Live Performances
After nearly three decades, in 2007, Cooper performed the song live for the first time and included it in his setlist in his 2007-2008 concert tours.
Cultural Impact
The song is seen as a turning point in Alice Cooper's career, showcasing his ability to branch into different genres and provide personal commentary on his own life experiences through music.

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