Is That The Way You Look

James Taylor · Flag [1979]

(Excuse me? Excuse me, yes?)

Is that the way you look?

Is that the way you look?

Is that the way you look?

Is that really the way that you look now?

Oh darling, darling

Is that the way you look?

Is that really your eyes?

Is that really your hair?

Is that really the way you walk on by?

Are those the clothes you wear?

Oh darling, darling

Is that the way you look?

Woh Baby, oh baby

Woh Baby, baby, baby

I got the question for you

Woh baby, oh baby

Woh Baby, baby, baby

Tell me now is it true?

Is that the way you look?

No, no I mean is that the way you really look?

Is that the way you look?

Is that the way you look?

Baby, maybe I'm dreaming

But I'll be bound

Whoever wakes me up

I'm going to knock him down

Oh darling, darling

Is that the way you look?

Well I rubbed my eyes

And I pinched my leg

And I asked my friend

And I shook my head

But baby, Is that the way you look?

Is That The Way You Look

James Taylor's 1979 album Flag marked a significant shift in his career, blending his signature acoustic warmth with a more polished, pop-oriented production style. Is That The Way You Look stands as a reflective piece within this collection, showcasing Taylor's ability to craft intimate narratives that resonate with listeners. The track exemplifies the singer-songwriter's knack for weaving personal emotion into accessible melodies, a hallmark of his extensive discography. Released during a period where Taylor was exploring new sonic territories, the song contributes to the album's cohesive atmosphere of introspection and gentle storytelling. It remains a notable song in his body of work, reflecting the artistic maturity he achieved by the end of the 1970s.