Somebody up there is looking out for me phrase spoken informal
I am or was really lucky.
I have met John who showed me the ropes and told me about all the procedures that I had to follow. Somebody up there is looking out for him, all right!
Somebody up there is looking out for me because the government gives me some kind of pension.
Someone with power, authority, or clout is treating me with partiality.
A: Congratulations! You have already got a promotion. B: OMG! I guess somebody up there is looking out for me!
Nothing but fortunate chance
If a person has the devil's own luck, he or she has extremely good luck.
Use one's influence and power to support someone
To be under the control of someone or something