Misty Blue
Mary J. Blige · Ballads [2000]
Oh, it's been such a long long time
Looks like I'd get you off of my mind
But I can't
Just the thought of you, my love
And my whole world turns misty blue
Oh, honey, just the mention of your name
Turns the flicker to a flame
Listen to me good baby
I think of the things that we used to do
And my whole world turns misty blue
Baby, baby, baby, baby
When I say that I'm glad we're through
Deep in my heart, I know I've lied, I've lied
Baby, baby, when I say that I'm glad we're through
Oh, deep in my heart, I know I've lied
I know I've lied
Oh, oh, hey
Baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, I can't forget you
Heaven knows I try, heaven knows I try
And, oh, hey, hey, hey
Oh, no I can't, no I can't, oh, I can't, I can't forget you
And my whole world turns misty blue
Hey, hey, yeah
Oh, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, baby, I can't
Said I can't forget you
If you know the song, sing along
Ooh, cause my whole world turns misty blue
And I wanna say, before I go right now tonight y'all
BecauseI don't have any thing else unless
You wanna hear it
I wanna say from the bottom of my heart
Now I really know what love is
>From a distance
And it's real love
And I wanna thank each and every one of you
For supporting me, cause I couldn't have done it without you
And I'd be misty blue if I didn't have your love
And if it was you
I'd be out there screamin and cheerin for you
Misty Blue
Mary J. Blige's rendition of "Misty Blue" captures the essence of her signature R&B style, blending emotional depth with soulful delivery. Featured on her 2000 compilation Ballads, the track highlights Blige's ability to reinterpret classic material through a contemporary lens. As a cornerstone of her discography, this recording underscores her reputation as the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul, seamlessly merging gospel-infused vocals with smooth production. The song stands as a testament to her enduring influence in the genre, showcasing her capacity to convey vulnerability and strength within a single performance. While rooted in tradition, Blige's version remains a defining moment in her catalog, reflecting the artistic maturity she achieved during this period of her career.

