Leave A Tender Moment Alone
Billy Joel · Other Songs - Billy Joel
Sometimes I get so afraid
I'll say something so wrong
Just to have something to say
I know the moment isn't right
To tell the girl a comical line
To keep the conversation light
I guess I'm just frightened out of my mind
But if that's how I feel
Then it's the best feeling I've even known
It's undeniably real
Leave a tender moment alone
Yes I know I'm in love
But just when I ought to relax
I put my foot in my mouth
Cause I'm just avoiding the facts
If the girl gets too close
If I need some room to escape
When the moment arose
I'd tell her it's all a mistake
But that's not how I feel
No that's not the woman I've known
She's undeniably real
So leave a tender moment alone
But it's not only me
Breaking down when the tension gets high
Just when I'm in a serious mood
She is suddenly quiet and shy
Leave a tender moment
Leave it alone
I know the moment isn't right
To hold my emotions inside
To change the attitude tonight
I've run out of places to hide
And if that's how I feel
Then it's the best feeling I've even known
It's undeniably real
Leave a tender moment alone
You got to leave a tender moment alone
Leave a tender moment
Leave it alone
You've got to leave a tender moment
Leave a tender moment alone
Leave A Tender Moment Alone
Billy Joel's "Leave A Tender Moment Alone" stands as a poignant exploration of regret and the passage of time, delivered with his signature piano-driven intimacy. The track exemplifies Joel's ability to weave complex emotional narratives into accessible pop-rock structures, characteristic of his work during the late 1970s and early 1980s. While often associated with the broader catalog of his solo career, the song reflects themes prevalent in his discography, particularly those found in albums like "The Stranger" and "Streetlife Serenade," where he delves into urban isolation and personal reflection. The recording captures the nuanced vocal delivery and rhythmic sophistication that defined Joel's approach to storytelling, making it a staple for fans of his musical legacy.