VIDEO: Adam's Track-by-Tracks - "Whataya Want From Me"
In this installment of “Adam’s Track-by-Tracks”, he discusses “Whataya Want From Me”, the next single off of “For Your Entertainment”. The song (as you all know by now) has an extremely deep and personal message for Adam. Check out the video below to see him tell the story of the song, and define its special connection to him.
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I have also a special relationship with this song.
About 2 years ago my husband died totally unexpected. It wasn’t always easy, but till last week I thought I could live my life again and enjoy it. I have written a book about this period and I felt that I could move forward. Last week however I got a relapse that upset me very much. I never thought it would happen. I had so much emotion in my body that it almost literally ached. Since then I almost live in my computer, always looking for music that could help me to crawl out of this valley. I saw the video: ‘whataya want from me’ and it touched me deeply.
All the emotion I felt was in this music and images. I know that the text is not meant that way, but it felt as if one person was talking against the other person inside of me. Meanwhile my 3 boys become crazy here at home because I listen and watch this video every time. For me these two (listen and watch) can not do without each other. I love what he's doing with the emotion in his music. In all of his songs. Adam, please keep on doing that and you’ll have a fan for life in me. I don’t know if my English is good enough to put down what your music and especially this number, means to me at this very time. For me, at this moment, it‘s important to let you know: it did help me very well the last week. Though I doubt you read everything that is put down here. In any case I've done my best.
We hear you, Adam!
We can tell every time u sing it ,u r the song. Its so much emotion! I love the song and u!
WWFM , the perfect song and "the perfect ringtone", I listen to you everywhere.Luv Ya!
Great song and video Adam. I am so glad that Pink gave it to you as you do a fabulous job with it and I am sure both the writers must be really pleased with what you have done with it. It is such a deep song and you give it so much meaning in your voice and your facial expressions. I could never get sick of listening to it and watching it. Brillient job Adam.
There is nothing more that I want from you that You have not already given me and all of us as fans you are amazing and your album is phenominal I love every single song on it and that is really rare for me. I listen to the entire album at least 3 times a day. I love you sooo much you have brought so much joy back into my life. Thank you for being well you lol Audrey
Of course I love it and by the way your songs are just fantastic the messages in your songs are just phenomenal. Adam I love you so much would you like to stay a week at my house sometime over the summer
of course, i love it! one of my favorite songs on the album! it's beautiful, as well as the video that goes with it! <3
"Hope you like it..." aham... I LOVE IT ♥ !
Wow. There's no way I could ever find the words to express my love and appreciation for EVERY song on this album, but WWFM is one of the most important tracks, to me personally and probably in a lot of other ways too! It's an amazing song and I'm so glad that P!ink gave it to you because I think you were meant to sing it. You do it so beautifully.
This song makes me cry every single time because it just has a lot of personal meaning. My best friend in the world and i have gone through a lot of rocky times and crazy fights recently, that whole growing up, figuring out life thing, and through it all we just keep getting closer, thank god, but this song is the mantra of our friendship and the course is something I've practically had memorized since before i even heard the song! So, just know that there are so many ways that people can relate to this song and not just in the most obvious type of relationships. Thank you so much for giving us this beautiful piece of music- it's perfect. And so are you.
AND also, HAPPY 28th Birthday, Adam! I hope it's even a fraction of as amazing as you are to me. <3
Adam, I love "Whataya Want From Me" I love all of your songs on "For Your Entertainment." The album is fantastic. You are so into whatever you are singing. You put your all in to each and every song. No wonder you have so many crazed, loving fans. We love you because you have a utterly fantastic voice, really love what you are doing, and are gorgeous to boot. Who could ask for anything more? Love you and want to take this time to wish you the greatest 28th Birthday ever.......you deserve to enjoy and be pampered. Wish I could pamper you!!!!
I watched you all through AI and voted for the first time ever!!! (a lot!!!!) I went to the AI concert just to see you. I love all the songs on the album and agree that you should keep us guessing in your videos, that way it appeals to all sexes. Sometimes it's like your singing to me. You are so amazing!!!! I may be 51 but I still love music and love to look at you. I think it makes my husband jealous. I hope you make videos of all the songs on your album!!!!
Love the song and the video. Thanks for doing these installments for each song. It means a lot to hear from you the meaning behind your art. I think you're phenomenal and will follow your career as long as I draw breath, and hopefully beyond that. I have a feeling voices like yours transcend this world.
I watched this on my IPOD and on the computer. It was much better on the computer. All I can say is WOW another great video! Don't worry...we are not giving up on you!!! I wish you more great success! I was wondering who was in the picture and glad that you did not show it. (It's good to keep us guessing....it keeps things real and intriguing.)
Favorite lyric from Whataya Want from me "...thanks for loving me 'Cause you're doing it perfectly"...so sweet.
The moment I heard this song, I knew it was my favorite song of his. I couldn't, and still can't stop listening to it. And after the AMA's when he started performing the song, I knew that was the perfect song for his situation, such a great song. Adam, you are amazing at what you do, so keep working hard and entertaining us, I will always be a fan!
The best creative work and effort is always those that pull emotion from your very soul. Having a special meaning on more than one front is even better.
Kudos to you Adam and keep up the good work!
first off i love this song:) i did from the moment i first heard it. you're an amazing artist:) and second i love these track by tracks:)
Adam I watched you On A I and I thought you was amazing. You have a great gift of a voice no matter what you sing. I watch the video of "What Do You Want From Me" I watch you and It looks like you are singing that song from your heart from a personal matter, It makes me want to cry for you but at the same time its a beautiful song. I could listen to you all the time singing. Or even just watch you. Don't worry sweetie I'm old enough to be your grandma. But I can look and listen. Ar. grandma
i have to say i love this song and i love pink and i love u i am a huge fan of yours i love u so much u r so awsome u r such an insperation in my life i am so glad that u became a rockstar i want to be famous someday anf i know i will for something i hope it will be singing and i would love to come to one of your concerts and get to go bacjstage so i can talk to u and get to know u a little bit more i love u adam and have a great time out their.
I absolutely LOVE this song.. it is my favorite song so far... I love a few other's but this one tops the list... I listen to it every time I am driving in the car... Keep rockin and bringing out new songs.... Thank you for you beautiful voice and awesome talent.... just keep being you and we will keep loving you....
I swear I LOVE THIS SONG! Pink may have wrote it but it was meant for you to sing. Your vocals are AMAZING. I first saw and heard on Oprah. When you sad the first word of that song, I said, THIS MAN CAN SING and sing you did. The song is so deep and so profound. My son is loving that it is my mantra now when he ask me for something. I say, Whataya Want From Me (LOL). But seriously, the song has such depth and I fully get what you say about your fans and the media. As a fan, all I want is for you to be HAPPY on this journey of life because it is short. You seem to be a good and kind-hearted person. Don't let the world change you. Stay true to you! Secondly, I want you go more and more music for us to enjoy. Music transcends all cultures and generations. I'm a 50 year old, black mother, wife, lawyer and golfer and I LOVE your music. I bought your CD from AMAZON last night and I can't wait to get it. Love the music and love the man. Your family has done a wonderful job raising you. Good Luck.
Max Martin and Pink did a pretty good jjob with this song and I think it was blessing in disguise that it didnot make Pink's album....because Adam sings it pretty damn well.
The video does an excellent job at portraying the lyrics accurately. And Adam did an awesome job acting in it.
I saw you sing this on Ellen, and was totally blown away. Adam, you are such a gifted singer, entertainer, and artist. I will never tire watching you, and listening to your music. God has truly blessed you, and for that, we all, are also blessed. Rock on and peace to you man!
I like it Adam. Your music makes me happy. Thank you for bring back the music in my life. Travis:)
such a fantastic song like all the tracks on the cd and you sing with such a passion and the song definitely connects with me as all your songs do
With Adam, you feel that each song chosen for his CD has meaning, to him, to us. He managed in a very short time to find songs or write songs that really express his desires, dreams, and his soul. Also, each song seems to be geared towards his live performances. You can imagine him performing them and adding the visual aspect which is so much a part of who he is. Adam, I just continue to be amazed at your brilliance in how you are building your career. I see you being a part of our lives for many, many wonderful years. Thank you.
I think the song is sensational, i think your drop dead gorgeous. Keep the great songs coming xxxxxxx
This song is amazing and i think he does a great job singing and i also understand what the message of the song is!!! ROCK ON ADAM!!
when i hear him peform this song. i can see or feel his emtions , he really puts everything on this song
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i love the video, cause he looks sexy w/ his hair like that lol xD
Just bought your video!! And I voted for you on VH1!!! You deserve #1 on this one baby!!! Love ya!! : )
This song has a personal message for me too. I always listen to it when I need a clear head. Being in a relationship can be stressful
sometimes. This song totally helps me out after we have an argument. I love this song so much, and the video is phenomenal!
Adam- Just watched the video for "Whataya Want From Me"!! OMG!! It's awesome!!! You are truly amazing!! You've got it all!! Keep it coming...I can't wait for more! Love ya tons!! : )
Adam, WWFM has been one of my favorites on your album from the moment I listened to it for the first time! The music video brings out an even more powerful message to the song. It still makes me think, and I am so perplexed by it (in a good way
), that I can't stop watching! I love how it's so personal, and I can really relate to it. I know how I interpret the lyrics and what it means to me, but I've been really DYING to know what the song and video mean to you. Thanks for explaining what it means to YOU!! 
I love this song and the music video is great! I'm hearing it on the radio everyday!
Adam- I love this song! Your vocals are spot on as usual! The message is great and I think it is very fitting for you! Continue having fun and being you! That's what I want for you!! Love you!! : )
Beauuutiful, Adam <<<3333. This song is so deep, and the video is also very deep. It really does get me thinking
, thank you again for all your beauutiful inspiration. I'm sorry that I keep running out of words to use, you are beyond them, Adam. <<<<33333
I love this song and the music video. So emotional beautiful song.
You are sooo talented and I can't wait to see you sing this song live when you go on tour.
Love it, love it, love it! But then again, I love all the songs on your CD. I don't honeslty know which one is my favorite. They are all so great!
Adam, as I fan I want the same thing from you that you ask for in the song. I just want you to keep coming around and not to give up on us (your fans). It is a deeply beautiful song-especially when you sing it. Your special connection with this song is carried in your eyes, your face and your voice. This heightens the impact. Certain lyrics in the song are so intensely affecting such as, "Thank you for loving me because you're doing it perfectly." Nothing could be more beautiful than that. And please never stop talking to us about your music. (Unless, of course, you feel you need a break now and then.)
I Love the song Whataya Want from me it reminds me of what my son said to his friend before we lost him. He would alway say whataya want from me. He used to say he wanted to be part of ur band he loved to play gitar and sing. When I heard u singing this song I just set there and listened to your voice and the words. I hope u will make more like this one its the best I've heard for a while.
I love this song and the lyrics, and you sing it sooooo amazingly.....I love you Adam!!
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so honestly when I first heard it I was like no no! I want more upbeat stuff. but the video changed my mind & the way you sing it. I was wanting too much upbeat stuff from you. I love this song! Though it wasn't the first song I bought off your album on itunes, I have bought it now and I can't stop playing it. The video completely blew me away! Whoever directed totally captured the entire mood and feel of the song and you of course. ONE question: What are the things that you are saying up close to the camera during the video? I have been asked to read your lips but I couldn't do it and I'm not the only one who is wondering! LOL but yeah so just keep up the great work Adam! I love you and your music!
you're amazing. I mean, i know that those are only words but I can't begin to tell you the positive impact you've had on my life. bottom line is... I LOVE YOU 
Honestly, I gotta say Whataya Want from me is a fabulous song! Love you, Adam
You're great!
I love the second verse so much, and your video makes me cry a little.
Hi Adam! I just wanted to say that I love you very much and I love your personality. Don't worry about other people, your family, friends, and fans (like me) love you. If people are making you look bad, don't worry I will still love you. I'm sure you are reading this just like another fan and don't really think I stand out amongst other fans, but no matter what I will always love your personality, music, and...... you! lol. Happy Birthday!
- Glambertgirl97
I love the spontaneous feel of these videos, however, I'm laughing at the backdrop for this one. It just seems like you are in some random mall in a hallway that leads to the bathroom. I don't expect you to like do handstands in front of the White House or anything, but you are way too pretty to be stuck in this bleak, dimly lit location. Like it actually makes me worry about you, like where are they taking him, is he safe, can they get him some fresh air? But of course I love this song and I was in the Jay Leno audience when you performed it live and I almost fainted with glee.
Maybe you could do your track-by-track for 'Strut' from the stage of a strip club? Might I suggest Jumbo's Clown Room on Hollywood Blvd.? You're welcome.
i lov how u put in the zodiac from the zodiac show stuff. (Utube Adam Lambert Zodiac Show, but beware it from matureish only)
Hi, Adam...I finally got with the program (ha ha) and bought your CD. It was at Target that I don't go to very often and Walmart was sold out. There you go that is good news for you. Wanted to let you know I love the CD - every song I can listen to - sometimes from the time I was young you would buy albums and there would be songs you had to SKIP. Not the case on your CD.
Love the Attitude in Strut and your Pictures here on your web site. I absolutely am crazy about Soaked. Your voice and that orchestra and I love at the end where you say "I will take you home - Our souls will be ok" it is just so comforting. My parents passed away and recently my little dog Buddi so I have been very sad at times lately, and when I heard that song it just comforts me in a way - so Thank you. It is BRILLIANT. I hope you perform on TV with the orchestra that would be fantastic.
Adam as I have always thought you are a true talent from "Ring of Fire" I did not even think of your sexual orientation or anything but you seemed like a very nice guy and very talented. I am glad everything is working out. Love the CD - keep the songs coming those high notes - Wow Soaked should win a Grammy! + the entire CD
I love how the song has a full sound. And like Adam said, I also like how it has a 2 messages- one to the public, and one to the fans.
I love the groove and vocal too, Adam. Beautifully performed each and every time you sing it.