If It's In My Mind, It's On My Face
Seal · System [2007]
Your life means something to me
Feels like every Monday's just a day in the week
If you're lonely
And it seems like reaching up
Might break you down
Don't go wonder
And if I could fly, I spread my wings
In time to free you from these foolish things
And we won't be back for sure
If it's in my mind, it's on my face
Wish I could take you to a better place
But we just might miss your call
No one knows your face in the world
Maybe that's your reason to leave
I think you might be someone that I came to see
You're real
If you feel like waking up
Then come around
Be the wonder
And if I could fly, I spread my wings
In time to free you from these foolish things
And we won't be back for sure
If it's in my mind, it's on my face
Wish I could take you to another place
But they just might miss your call
Cause we live in a world
We live in a world
We live in a world
We're free in this world
I have made mistakes
I've wasted life
And I've been down you see
Why are the friend I have
Could not make time for me
I have lost my face
I've broken ground
I've been around you know
Follow the loudest voice
That waits inside
The time is now
The time is now
The time is now
If I could fly, I spread my wings
In time to free you from these foolish things
And we won't be back for sure
If it's in my mind, it's on my face
Wish I could take you to a better place
But we just might miss your call
If you can't find your place in this world
Your life means something to me
Feels like every Monday's just a day in the week
If you're lonely
And it seems like reaching up
Might break you down
Don't go wonder
If It's In My Mind, It's On My Face
Seal's 2007 album System marked a distinct shift in his musical direction, blending soulful vocals with a more experimental, electronic-influenced production style. If It's In My Mind, It's On My Face stands as a representative track from this era, showcasing the artist's continued ability to merge introspective songwriting with polished, contemporary arrangements. Following the massive success of his earlier work, this period saw Seal exploring new sonic textures while maintaining the emotional depth that defines his catalogue. The song reflects the mature artistry of an established performer navigating the complexities of modern R&B and pop, offering listeners a glimpse into the creative evolution that characterized his mid-career output.