I Wanna Be Where You Are

Michael Jackson

About I Wanna Be Where You Are

"I Wanna Be Where You Are" is a song written by Arthur "T-Boy" Ross and Leon Ware for Michael Jackson, who took the song to number 7 in Cash Box and number 16 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It also reached number 2 on the U. S. R&B singles chart in 1972. His third straight Top 10 Pop hit during his early solo career with Motown. It was also the first collaboration between Ware and Ross, the younger brother of legendary superstar Diana Ross. This song would be one of Jackson's most covered songs, by singers including Zulema, Marvin Gaye, Willie Hutch, Jason Weaver and later The Fugees. Ware and Ross also penned the classic Marvin Gaye hit, "I Want You" several years afterwards. 


Year:
1983
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Can it be I stayed away too long
Did I leave your mind when I was gone
It's not my thing trying to get back
But this time let me tell you where I'm at

You don't have to worry cause I'm coming
Back to where I should have always stayed
And now I've heard the maybe to your story
And it's enough love for me to stay

Can it be I stayed away too long
Did I leave your mind when I was gone
Well, it's not my thing trying to get back
But this time let me tell you where I'm at

I want to, want to be where you are (ooh aah)
Anywhere you are (ooh aah)
I want to, want to be where you are (ooh aah)
Everywhere you are (ooh aah)

Please don't close the door to our future
There's so many things we haven't tried
I gonna love you better than I used to
And give you all the love I have inside

Oh

I want to, want to be where you are (oh aah)
Any, any, anywhere you are (oh aah)
I want to, want to be where you are (oh aah)
I gotta, gotta be where you are (oh aah)

I want to be, I want to be (oh, yea, yea, baby now)
I want to be, I want to be (oh, oh)
I want to be, I want to be (oh, now, now, yea, yea)
I want to be, I want to be (oh)

I want to be, I want to be (oh, now, now, baby)
I want to be, I want to be (oh)

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Michael Jackson

Michael Joseph Jackson (August 29, 1958 – June 25, 2009) was an American recording artist also he is the most famous recording artist worldwide, entertainer and businessman. Often referred to as the King of Pop, King of Pop, Rock and Soul, or by his initials MJ, Jackson is recognized as the most successful entertainer of all time by Guinness World Records. His contributions to music, dance, and fashion, along with a much-publicized personal life, made him a global figure in popular culture for over four decades. The eighth child of the Jackson family, he debuted on the professional music scene along with his brothers as a member of The Jackson 5 in 1964, and began his solo career in 1971. He has donated a total of 500 Million dollars to charities and has sold… more »

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Written by: Arthur Ross, Leon Ware

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Integrity Music, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Song Creation
"I Wanna Be Where You Are" is a song written by songwriters Leon Ware and Arthur T-Boy Ross.
Michael Jackson Version
Michael Jackson first recorded and released the song. It appeared on his 1972 debut solo album titled "Got to Be There."
Chart Success
After Michael Jackson's release, the song reached number 16 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 2 on Billboard’s R&B Singles chart in 1972.
Diana Ross Version
In 1976, Diana Ross, Michael Jackson's mentor and label-mate, covered the song for her album titled "Diana Ross."
Diana Ross's Performance
Diana Ross performed her version of the song in her TV special "An Evening with Diana Ross," which garnered an Emmy nomination.
Legacy & Recognition
"I Wanna Be Where You Are" is one of the few songs that have the distinction of being recorded by both Diana Ross and Michael Jackson, two iconic figures in the music industry.
Song Influence
This song established Leon Ware's reputation as a songwriter. This helped him later in his career when he produced Marvin Gaye's "I Want You" album.
Cover Versions
In addition to Diana Ross and Michael Jackson, the song has been covered by several artists across different genres, including Zulema, Marvin Gaye, Willie Hutch, Jason Weaver, and The Fugees, among others.
Song Re-Release
Michael Jackson's original recording was later included in his 2009 'This Is It' compilation album.
Music Sample
The song has been sampled in numerous other songs by various artists, further attesting to its enduring popularity and influence.

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