When I Look at You
Miley Cyrus
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Everybody needs inspiration Everybody needs a song A beautiful melody When the night's so long 'Cause there is no guarantee That this life is easy Yeah, when my world is falling apart When there's no light to break up the dark That's when I, I I look at you When the waves Are flooding the shore and I can't Find my way home anymore That's when I, I I look at you When I look at you, I see forgiveness I see the truth You love me for who I am Like the stars hold the moon Right there where they belong And I know I'm not alone Yeah, when my world is falling apart When there's no light to break up the dark That's when I, I I look at you When the waves Are flooding the shore and I can't Find my way home anymore That's when I, I I look at you You appear just like a dream to me Just like Kaleidoscope colors that Cover me, all I need Every breath that I breathe Don't you know you're beautiful? Yeah, yeah, yeah When the waves Are flooding the shore and I can't Find my way home anymore That's when I, I I look at you I look at you You appear just like a dream To me
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Written by: Hillary Lindsey, John Shanks
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
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15 facts about this song
Album Classification"When I Look at You" is a song from Miley Cyrus's EP "The Time of Our Lives" and also appears on the soundtrack of the film "The Last Song".
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Composer DetailsThis song was co-written by Miley Cyrus and David Hodges, former member of the rock band Evanescence.
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Chart PerformanceThe song peaked at number 16 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.
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Release Date"When I Look at You" was released as a single on February 16, 2010.
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Music VideoTwo music videos were made for this song; one features clips from "The Last Song", and the other shows Miley Cyrus singing the song on the piano in a field.
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InspirationThe song was inspired by Miley's relationship with her then-boyfriend, Liam Hemsworth.
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Film ConnectionThe song was prominently featured in the film "The Last Song" where Miley Cyrus also starred.
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International Success"When I Look at You" also achieved success in international markets, reaching the top 30 in Australia and Canada.
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GenreThe song falls under the genre of country pop and teen pop.
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Critical Reception"When I Look at You" received mixed reviews from critics, some praised its simplistic lyrics and Cyrus's vocal performance while others criticized it for lacking depth.
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Live PerformancesMiley Cyrus has performed "When I Look at You" on several television shows, such as American Idol, and also during her world tours.
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LegacyDespite being over a decade old, the song is still one of Miley Cyrus's most recognized songs, especially amongst her earlier tracks.
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Cover VersionsNumerous covers of "When I Look at You" have been done by various artists and fans worldwide, showcasing the song's lasting impact.
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Soundtrack Success"When I Look at You" became one of the standout tracks from "The Last Song" soundtrack.
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Pop CultureThe song is often used in TV shows and movies when a romantic or emotional scene is being portrayed.
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