Hey Ya
Will Young · Other Songs - Will Young
mm....
My baby don't mess around
Because she loves me so
And this I know for sure
Oh but does she really wanna
But can't stand to see me walk out the door
Don't try to fight the feeling
'Cause the thought alone
Is killing me right now
Thank God for Mom and Dad
For sticking through together
'Cause we don't know how
yeah ...
CHORUS
Hey Ya.. ( we don't no how) Hey Ya (Hey ay )
Hey Ya.. (mm hm.. )Hey Ya
You think you've got it
Oh, you think you've got it
But got it just don't get it
Til theres's nothing at all
We've be together
Oh, we've been together
But separate's always better
When there's feelings involved
If what they say is nothing
nothing forever,
Then why you, why you, why you here together
no no no
Hey Ya.. (why you here) Hey Ya (why you here)
Hey Ya.. (I don't no why) Hey Ya Hey ya
Hey Ya.. ( Hey Ya) Hey Ya (Hey Ya )
Hey Ya.. Hey Ya
Just coz theres nothin to prove ( nothing lasts forever)
no no yeah yeah (nothing nothing at all)
do do do do do no
(nothing nothing at all)
Hey Ya... aaaa) Hey Ya
Hey Ya.. ( hey ya ) Hey Ya
Hey Ya.. ( i don't i don't know why) Hey Ya
Hey Ya.. (nothin lasts forever) Hey Ya
(nothin lasts forever)
Hey Ya.. (nothin lasts forever) Hey Ya....
Hey Ya.. Hey Ya
Hey Ya.. Hey Ya ...
My baby don't mess around
Because she loves me so
And this I know for sure
Oh but does she really wanna
But can't stand to see me walk out the door
Don't try to fight the feeling
'Cause the thought alone
Is killing me right now
Thank God for Mom and Dad
For sticking through together
'Cause we don't know how
Hey Ya
Will Young's 'Hey Ya' stands as a defining track of the early 2000s pop landscape, blending upbeat rhythms with introspective lyrics that explore the complexities of romantic pursuit. Released during a period where Young was establishing himself as a versatile vocalist capable of navigating both balladry and dance-oriented pop, the song exemplifies the era's polished production style. While often associated with the broader Britpop and pop revival movements of the time, Young's delivery brings a distinct emotional depth that distinguishes it from his contemporaries. The recording captures a specific moment in music history where acoustic sensibilities met electronic textures, creating a sound that remains recognizable and resonant. It serves as a testament to his ability to craft songs that are both commercially viable and personally expressive, solidifying his place in the catalogue of British pop music from the millennium.