Fourth Of July

Mariah Carey · Triple Feature [2010]

Trembling

Starry eyed

As you put your hand in mine...



It was twilight

On the Fourth of July

Sparkling colors were

Strewn across the sky

And we sat close enough

That we just barely touched

While roman candles

Went soaring above us and baby



Chorus:

Then you put your hand in mine

And we wandered away

I was trembling inside

But I wanted to stay

Pressed against you there

And leave the world behind

On that Fourth of July



So starry eyed

On the flowery hillside

Breathless and fervid

Amid the dandelions

As it swept over me

Like the wind through the trees

I felt you sigh with a

Sweet intensity and baby



Chorus:

Then you put your hand in mine

And we floated away

Delicately lay entwined

In an intimate daze

A crescent moon began to shine

And I wanted to stay

Tangled up with you among the fireflies

On that Fourth of July



Thunder clouds

Hung around

So threateningly

Ominously hovering

And the sky

Opened wide

Showering



Chorus:

Then you put your hand in mine

And we ran from the rain

Tentatively kissed goodnight

And went our seperate ways

And I've never truly felt the way that I

Felt that Fourth of July



Truly I have never felt the same inside

Like that Fourth of July

Truly I could never feel the same as I

Felt that Fourth of July

Oh, baby

Fourth Of July

Fourth Of July stands as a poignant song in Mariah Carey's extensive discography, capturing the emotional depth characteristic of her later career. Released during the era of her 2010 album Triple Feature, the track reflects her signature blend of R&B and pop sensibilities. The song explores themes of memory and loss, utilizing Carey's renowned vocal range to convey a sense of melancholy and reflection. As part of a body of work that includes hits like We Belong Together and Obsessed, this recording demonstrates her continued ability to craft intimate, atmospheric ballads. The composition fits within her broader catalogue of emotionally resonant tracks, showcasing her evolution as an artist capable of balancing commercial appeal with personal expression. It remains a notable example of her songwriting prowess during a period of significant artistic output.