“Nobody’s Supposed to Be Here” is a song by Canadian singer Deborah Cox. Released on September 15, 1998 as the lead single for her second studio album, “One Wish.”, it became one of her signature songs and a major hit. The track gained significant popularity and chart success, reaching number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. It also topped the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, becoming Deborah Cox’s first number-one hit on that chart. The song’s success helped propel her career to new heights, establishing her as one of the prominent voices in contemporary R&B at the time.
“Nobody’s Supposed to Be Here” is a powerful R&B ballad that showcases Deborah Cox’s exceptional vocal range and emotive delivery. The song’s lyrics revolve around the theme of unexpected love and the desire to find happiness in a relationship against all odds. It tells the story of a person who has been hurt before but finds themselves falling in love again when they least expect it.
“Nobody’s Supposed to Be Here” showcased Deborah Cox’s vocal prowess, with her powerful and emotive delivery capturing the emotions and vulnerability expressed in the song’s lyrics. The combination of her soulful voice, compelling storytelling, and the infectious melody resonated with audiences worldwide.
The success of “Nobody’s Supposed to Be Here” led to Deborah Cox receiving numerous accolades, including a Soul Train Music Award for Best R&B/Soul Single, Female. The song remains one of her most well-known and beloved hits, often regarded as a classic in the R&B genre.
Deborah Cox continued to release music and achieve success throughout her career, collaborating with various artists and maintaining her status as a respected vocalist in the R&B and dance music scenes. However, “Nobody’s Supposed to Be Here” stands out as a career-defining song that solidified her place in the music industry and remains a fan favorite to this day.