Always Where I Need to Be
The Kooks
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She don't know who she is I can take her anywhere Do whatever comes naturally to you You know she just don't care You know she just don't care 'Cause I'm always where I need to be Yeah, and I always thought I would end up With you, eventually Do dodo do do do do Do dodo do do do do Do dodo do do Now I see her again I ask to be her hummingbird Whisper words in her ear Oh now you know I just don't care 'Cause I'm always where I Where I need to be And I always thought I would end up with you eventually Do dodo do do do do Do dodo do do do do Do dodo do do I'm a man, I'm a man I'm a man on the scene I'm a man, and I can be so obscene Because I always think that I know how to be But I always thought that I would end up with you, eventually Do dodo do do do do Do dodo do do do do Do dodo do do I'm a man, I'm a man I'm a man on the scene I'm a man, and I can be so obscene
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10 facts about this song
Release Details"Always Where I Need to Be" was released as the first single from the Kooks' second album, "Konk," in March 2008.
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Chart PerformanceThe song entered the UK Singles Chart at number three, making it one of their biggest hits. It also hit the top of the Billboard's Alternative Songs chart in the United States.
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Popularity AbroadIn Australia, the song reached number 27 on the ARIA Charts and found considerable airplay across the country. On the Irish Singles Chart, it peaked at number 12.
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Lead VocalistThe song was sung by Luke Pritchard, the lead vocalist and frontman of The Kooks.
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Song InspirationLuke Pritchard wrote "Always Where I Need to Be" about how he always ended up with a particular person, despite his wanderlust and nomadic lifestyle.
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YouTube ViewsThe official music video on YouTube has amassed over 18 million views, demonstrating its ongoing popularity.
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Music Video DirectionThe accompanying music video was directed by Marco Puig and shot on Brighton’s coastline, which is the band’s hometown.
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Critical AcclaimThe song is often recognized for its catchy melody and Pritchard's distinct vocals, which critics suggest is reminiscent of classic British pop bands.
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Cover Versions"Always Where I Need to Be" has been covered by other artists, including the U.S. punk band A Day to Remember.
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Live PerformancesThe song continues to be a mainstay during The Kooks' live performances and is often a fan favorite.
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