And If You See Him
Diana Ross · Surrender [1971]
And if you see him
Tell him I miss him
Tell him I feel so bad
For messing up what we had
And if you see him
Tell him I'm sorry
And I regret the day
I let him walk away
And I want to be by his side
And I need his love and pride
And I need him
And if you see him
Tell him I'm begging
I'll do a song and dance
Just for a second chance
And if you see him
Tell him just how I look
The circles underneath my eyes
The make up don't seem to hide
And I stay awake every night
And I pray that he just might walk in
And love me
Walk in and love me
I miss him more than he'll ever know
Tell him he was
My everything
He was more than just a flame
And I need him
I miss him
And if you see him
Tell him my fire
No, it's just won't burn
Till the day that he returns
And I want to be by his side
And I need his love and pride
And if you see him
Tell him I'm begging
Tell him I miss him
Tell him I feel so bad
For messing up what we had
And if you see him
Tell him I'm sorry
And I regret the day
I let him walk away
And I want to be by his side
And I need his love and pride
And I need him
And if you see him
Tell him I'm begging
I'll do a song and dance
Just for a second chance
And if you see him
Tell him just how I look
The circles underneath my eyes
The make up don't seem to hide
And I stay awake every night
And I pray that he just might walk in
And love me
Walk in and love me
I miss him more than he'll ever know
Tell him he was
My everything
He was more than just a flame
And I need him
I miss him
And if you see him
Tell him my fire
No, it's just won't burn
Till the day that he returns
And I want to be by his side
And I need his love and pride
And if you see him
Tell him I'm begging
And If You See Him
Diana Ross delivers a soulful ballad on the 1971 album Surrender, showcasing her signature vocal warmth and emotional depth. The track exemplifies the lush production and R&B sensibilities characteristic of her work during this period, blending smooth melodies with poignant lyrics about longing and connection. As a standout from her discography, the recording highlights her ability to convey complex feelings through her voice, cementing her status as a leading figure in Motown's evolution toward a more mature, orchestral sound. This song remains a testament to her artistry and the enduring appeal of her mid-1970s recordings.