If You Ever Leave Me
Barbra Streisand · Other Songs - Barbra Streisand
I lose my touch, you're my hands,
The one I hold on to
If you ever run out of reasons to try
I love enough for both you and I
I'll be the one, you can run to
Bridge:
I'd rather go through, any pain love puts us through,
Than to spend one day without you be my side
Chrous:
If you ever leave me,
Will you take me with you
If you're ever lonely,
I wanna be lonely too
My home's beside you,
No matter where you may go
My love's inside you,
Even more than you know
In a world of anger and lies
I find peace in your eyes
A flame in the darkness
And thru all space and time
Till every star refuses to shine
You know where my heart is
Repeat Bridge
Repeat Chorus
And I can't remember life without you,
The way it used to be
Feels like a million years away
But hold me till the angels sing
Tell me every little thing
Promise me forever,
From this day
Repeat Chrous
Even more that you know (x4)
If You Ever Leave Me
Barbra Streisand delivers a hauntingly intimate performance in 'If You Ever Leave Me,' a ballad that underscores her mastery of emotional nuance within the pop and jazz standards repertoire. The track exemplifies her ability to convey deep vulnerability through vocal control and subtle phrasing, characteristic of her work during the late 1960s and early 1970s. As a solo recording, the song highlights her capacity to transform a simple narrative of separation into a universal statement on heartbreak and resilience. Streisand's delivery remains a benchmark for female vocalists in the genre, blending classical technique with the raw immediacy of pop storytelling. This recording stands as a testament to her enduring influence on the art song and vocal performance traditions, showcasing a side of her artistry often celebrated alongside her film roles.