Like A Child
Backstreet Boys · Backstreet's Back
girl would you promise not to say good-bye
cause I'm holding on
With A Love so strong
And I can't take the day without you by my side
Girl If I could change
if I could change your mind
Maybe you could help me wipe these tears from my eyes
CHORUS
Girl Don't stop
the sun from shining down on me
'Cause I can't face another day without your smile
And If you take away the loving arms that surround me
Then I might break down and cry just like a child
Girl I can't belong and I won't be free
If I fail to bring your lovin' back to me
So I'm pressin' on
I hope you understand
that there's a broken heart that lies within your hands
So If I could change (So if i could change)
And it won't hurt your pride (and it wont hurt your pride)
Baby you can help me stop these tears from my cries
Girl Don't stop
the sun from shining down on me
'Cause I can't face another day without your smile (your pretty smile)
And If you take away the loving arms that surround me
Then I might break down and cry just like a child
Extended Chorus
Like a child
Just like a child
With her spirit running free
She drove me wild
Oh, she did
Like a child (oh baby)
Just like a child
think of what our love could be
If our hearts could set us free
Like a child
CHORUS
Like A Child
Like A Child stands as a defining track from the Backstreet Boys' 1997 album Backstreet's Back, capturing the group at the height of their early commercial dominance. The song exemplifies the polished pop production that characterized their breakthrough era, blending smooth harmonies with an earnest emotional core. As part of a catalogue that includes anthems such as Everybody and Quit Playing Games (With My Heart), this recording highlights the band's ability to deliver heartfelt ballads alongside their more energetic hits. The track remains a staple of their discography, reflecting the vocal chemistry and melodic sensibilities that propelled them to international stardom during the late nineties. It serves as a testament to their enduring influence on the boy band genre and their consistent ability to craft memorable, radio-friendly music.