One Sweet Day
Mariah Carey · The Ballads [2009]
Sorry I never told you
All I wanted to say
And now it's too late to hold you
'Cause you've flown away
So far away
Never had I imagined
Living without your smile
Feeling and knowing you hear me
It keeps me alive
Alive
[Chorus:]
And I know you're shining down on me from heaven
Like so many friends we've lost along the way
And I know eventually we'll be together
One sweet day
(picture a little scene from heaven)
Darling I never showed you
Assumed you'd always be there(always)
I took your presence for granted
But I always cared(but I always cared)
And I miss the love we shared
[Chorus]
Although the sun will never shine the same again
I'll always look to a brighter day
(yeah) Lord I know when I lay me down to sleep
You will always listen as I pray
[Chorus x2]
Sorry I never told you
All I wanted to say
All I wanted to say
And now it's too late to hold you
'Cause you've flown away
So far away
Never had I imagined
Living without your smile
Feeling and knowing you hear me
It keeps me alive
Alive
[Chorus:]
And I know you're shining down on me from heaven
Like so many friends we've lost along the way
And I know eventually we'll be together
One sweet day
(picture a little scene from heaven)
Darling I never showed you
Assumed you'd always be there(always)
I took your presence for granted
But I always cared(but I always cared)
And I miss the love we shared
[Chorus]
Although the sun will never shine the same again
I'll always look to a brighter day
(yeah) Lord I know when I lay me down to sleep
You will always listen as I pray
[Chorus x2]
Sorry I never told you
All I wanted to say
One Sweet Day
Mariah Carey's "One Sweet Day" stands as a defining moment in her career, blending her signature melismatic vocal style with a smooth R&B groove. Originally released in 1995 on the album "Daydream," the track became a massive commercial success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. Its enduring appeal lies in its infectious melody and Carey's powerful delivery, which showcased her ability to merge pop sensibilities with soulful expression. The song remains a staple of holiday music and has been covered by numerous artists, cementing its status as a timeless classic in the music industry.