Somebody's Watching Me

Rockwell

About Somebody's Watching Me

"Somebody's Watching Me" is a song recorded by American singer Rockwell, released by the Motown label in 1984, as the lead single from his debut studio album of the same name. Rockwell's debut single release, the song features guest vocals by brothers Michael Jackson (in the chorus) and Jermaine Jackson (additional backing vocals).


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I'm just an average guy with an average life
I work from nine to five, hey hell I pay the price
But I want is to be left alone in my average home
But why do I always feel like I'm in the Twilight Zone

[Chorus]
I always feel that somebody's watchin' me
And I have no privacy
I always feel that somebody's watchin' me
Is it just a dream? 

When I come home at night
I bolt the door real tight
People call me on the phone 
I'm trying to avoid
Well, can the people on TV see me or am 
I just paranoid

[Chorus]

When I'm in the shower, I'm afraid to wash my hair
I might open my eyes and find someone standing there
People say I'm crazy, just a little touched
But maybe showers remind me of Psycho too much
That's why... 

I always feel like somebody's watching me
Who's playing tricks on me
I always feel like somebody's watching me
Tell me it can't be

I don't know anymore
Are the neighbors watching me
Well is the mailman watching me 
And I don't feel safe anymore, oh what a mess
I wonder who's watching me now? 
Who? The IRS? 

I always feel like somebody's watching me
Who's playing tricks on me
I always feel like somebody's watching me
I can't enjoy my tea!

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Rockwell

Rockwell (born Kennedy William Gordy on March 15, 1964 in Detroit, Michigan) is an R&B performer who was signed to the Motown label. more »

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Written by: Kennedy Gordy

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11 facts about this song

Artist Information
The song "Somebody's Watching Me" was not solely performed by Michael Jackson, but was a collaboration with Rockwell.
Rockwell's Identity
Rockwell is actually Kennedy Gordy, son of Berry Gordy, the founder of Motown Records.
Release Date
The song was released on January 14, 1984, and was the lead single from Rockwell's debut album.
Contribution of Michael Jackson
Michael Jackson contributed significantly to the song by singing the chorus. His brother, Jermaine Jackson, sang back-up vocals.
Chart Success
"Somebody's Watching Me" reached number two on the Billboard Top 100 in 1984. It also reached number six in the UK Singles Chart.
Genre
The song falls under the genres of synth-pop, funk, and new wave. It is also often associated with Halloween due to its creepy, paranoid lyrics.
Funk Connection
Berry Gordy wanted to keep the family involvement under wraps at first, hence the pseudonym Rockwell. The Gordy family is associated with the genre of Funk music.
Theme
The song is famous for its theme of paranoia and suspicion, which was very relatable during the Cold War era when it was released.
Music Video
The music video for "Somebody's Watching Me" is horror-themed, reflecting the song’s paranoid and creepy aesthetic.
Covers and Samples
The song has been covered by several artists and bands, including the Beatfreakz, who reached number 3 in the UK Singles Chart with their version in 2006. Moreover, it has been sampled in a series of songs, like P. Diddy's "The Saga Continues".
Relevance Today
"Somebody's Watching Me” continues to be popular today, particularly around Halloween due to its eerie, paranoid theme and the involvement of Michael Jackson.

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