I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)
by Aretha Franklin
What is “I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)” really about?
If you’ve ever wondered what “I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)” by Aretha Franklin is really about, you’re not alone. Let’s break it down.
Aretha Franklin and George Michael's 'I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)' is a powerful duet about overcoming life’s challenges with the certainty that a shared destiny with a loved one awaits.
So… what’s this song really about?
The song 'I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)' explores the resilience of human spirit through personal and universal challenges. It portrays a journey marked by deep valleys and high mountains, symbolizing the various adversities and barriers one might face. Despite these obstacles, the vocalists express unwavering belief and determination, signifying that love and destiny serve as their driving force. This timeless narrative not only captures the essence of personal strength and perseverance but also touches on the theme of synchronicity and fate, particularly in how destined relationships shape our paths and encourage us to endure hardships.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who wrote 'I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)'?
The song was written by Simon Climie and Dennis Morgan.
Q: What year was 'I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)' released?
The song was released in 1987.
Q: Did 'I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)' receive any awards?
Yes, the song won a Grammy Award for Best R&B Performance by a Duo or Group with Vocals.
Lyrics to “I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)”
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[Chorus: George Michael and Aretha Franklin]
When the river was deep, I didn't falter
When the mountain was high, I still believed
When the valley was low, it didn't stop me, oh
I knew you were waiting, hey, I knew you were waiting for me
[Bridge: Aretha Franklin and George Michael]
So we were drawn together through destiny, ooh boy, ooh!
I know this love we share was meant to be, oh
(Knew you were waiting) Ooh, yeah
(Knew you were waiting) I knew you were waiting
(Knew you were waiting for me)
[Outro: Aretha Franklin and George Michael]
(I didn't falter) I didn't falter, no
(I still believed) When the valley was low
(It didn't stop me) Nothing can stop me, no
(I knew you were waiting) No, I
(I knew you were waiting for me)
(I didn't falter) When the mountain was high
(I still believed) Oh, when the valley was low
(It didn't stop me) No, it didn't stop me, no
(I knew you were waiting)
(I knew you were waiting for me)
(I didn't falter) Oh, oh yeah
(I still believed) Oh, I still believed
(It didn't stop me) Do you know it couldn't stop me now? No
(Knew you were waiting)
Someday (someday), somehow (somehow)
For me
(I didn't falter) When the valley was low
(I still believed) I still believe (I believed, I believed)
(It didn't stop me) Yeah, it couldn't stop me
(I knew you were waiting)
(I knew you were waiting for me)