Where Are You Now?
Janet Jackson · Janet
Love, my love
I regret the day you went away
I was too young to understand my love
But now I understand my mistakes
Chorus:
Where, where are you now?
Now that I’m ready to
Ready to love you the way you loved me then
Where are you now?
Do you still think of me?
Or does your heart belong to someone else’s
Love, oh my love
Wonder sometimes were you just a dream
I sit in the dark
Wondering if our paths
Will ever cross again
Oh lord I need to know
I sit and wonder
Repeat chorus
If I close my eyes
And make a wish
When they open will you be right here with me
Repeat chorus
Could it be that two people were meant to be
In my dreams that’s what I feel
Or could it be that I’ll never see you again
My love that was so true
Still I sit here waiting all alone
By the phone for you
I regret the day you went away
I was too young to understand my love
But now I understand my mistakes
Chorus:
Where, where are you now?
Now that I’m ready to
Ready to love you the way you loved me then
Where are you now?
Do you still think of me?
Or does your heart belong to someone else’s
Love, oh my love
Wonder sometimes were you just a dream
I sit in the dark
Wondering if our paths
Will ever cross again
Oh lord I need to know
I sit and wonder
Repeat chorus
If I close my eyes
And make a wish
When they open will you be right here with me
Repeat chorus
Could it be that two people were meant to be
In my dreams that’s what I feel
Or could it be that I’ll never see you again
My love that was so true
Still I sit here waiting all alone
By the phone for you
Where Are You Now?
Janet Jackson's "Where Are You Now?" stands as a defining track from her 1986 debut album, "Janet." Released during the height of her early career, the song exemplifies the polished R&B and pop sound that would characterize her subsequent work. With its smooth production and Jackson's emotive vocal delivery, the recording captures the vulnerability and sophistication of her emerging artistry. The track serves as a pivotal moment in her discography, establishing the sonic template for future hits and solidifying her status as a leading voice in contemporary music at the time. It remains a testament to her ability to blend personal expression with commercial appeal, influencing countless artists who followed in her wake.