Take Me Back
Michael Jackson · Anthology [1990]
Take me back
Take me back where I belong
That's with you baby
Ah take me back
Take me back where I belong
That's with you baby
I thought the grass was green on the other side
Thought the sun shone brighter without saying goodbye
There's a card in my hand
Tears fall like rain
I wanna come home again
I want you to...
Take me back
Take me back where I belong
That's with you baby
Take me back
Take me back where I belong
That's with you baby
Ain't no love in this world
Ain't no love in this world without you
In my search to find myself
I saw your face and nothing else
Every place I go everything I do
I still feel the need for you
Come on and...
Take me back
Take me back where I belong
That's with you baby
Ah take me back
Take me back where I belong
That's with you baby
I'm on my way back to you
And I wanna make it up to you
And all the problems that I caused you
If it takes my life I'll make it up to you
I just want you to take me, take me
Take me, take me, take me, take me
Take me back, forgive me
Take me back where I belong
If you can, if you can find it
In your heart to forgive me
Take me back where I belong
That's with you baby
Ah take me back
Take me back where I belong
That's with you baby
I thought the grass was green on the other side
Thought the sun shone brighter without saying goodbye
There's a card in my hand
Tears fall like rain
I wanna come home again
I want you to...
Take me back
Take me back where I belong
That's with you baby
Take me back
Take me back where I belong
That's with you baby
Ain't no love in this world
Ain't no love in this world without you
In my search to find myself
I saw your face and nothing else
Every place I go everything I do
I still feel the need for you
Come on and...
Take me back
Take me back where I belong
That's with you baby
Ah take me back
Take me back where I belong
That's with you baby
I'm on my way back to you
And I wanna make it up to you
And all the problems that I caused you
If it takes my life I'll make it up to you
I just want you to take me, take me
Take me, take me, take me, take me
Take me back, forgive me
Take me back where I belong
If you can, if you can find it
In your heart to forgive me
Take Me Back
Released on the 1990 Anthology compilation, "Take Me Back" stands as a poignant late-career track by Michael Jackson. The song reflects a period of introspection and vulnerability, contrasting with the high-energy production of his earlier work. Recorded during a time when Jackson was navigating personal challenges, the recording captures a softer, more emotional tone characteristic of his final studio sessions. It serves as a testament to his enduring ability to convey deep sentiment through melody and vocal delivery, resonating with listeners who appreciate the human side of his legendary persona.