Said I Loved You...But I Lied
Michael Bolton · Collector's Edition (Coll) (Tin) [2009]
Beside you
I believed - there's no heaven
No hideaway - for the lonely
But I was wrong - crazy
It's gotta be strong
It's gotta be right
Only wanted to stay a while
Only wanted to play a while
Then you taught me to fly like a bird
Baby - said I love you but I lied
Such a night I never had before
Said I love you but I lied
'Cause what I got there ain't no cure for
Ooo it's so easy
What you do to me all night angel
I never loved - I swear to God
Never needed no one, 'til you came along
Here I come baby
It's gotta be strong - it's gotta be right
Only wanted to stay awhile
Only wanted to play awhile
Then you taught me to fly like a bird
Baby - said I love you but I lied
Such a night I never had before
Said I love you but I lied
'Cause what I got there ain't no cure for
I feel fast asleep - I feel drunk
I dream the sweetest dreams
Never wanna wake up
Never thought it could be this way
No doubt about it - can't live without it
Never thought it could be this good
You made love to me - the way it oughta be
But I was wrong - crazy
It's gotta be strong
It's gotta be right
Only wanted to stay a while
Only wanted to play a while
Then you taught me to fly like a bird
Baby - said I love you but I lied
Such a night I never had before
Said I love you but I lied
'Cause what I got there ain't no cure for
Baby - said I love you but I lied
Such a night I never had before
Said I love you but I lied
'Cause what I got there ain't no cure for
Said I Loved You...But I Lied
Michael Bolton delivers a raw, confessional performance on this track, a staple of his romantic ballad repertoire that explores the painful complexity of unrequited love and betrayal. Recorded for the 2009 Collector's Edition, the song showcases Bolton's signature emotional delivery, characterized by soaring vocals and a dramatic piano-driven arrangement typical of his late-career compilations. As a defining element of his discography, the recording captures the intensity of his style during the late 1990s and early 2000s, resonating with audiences who appreciate his ability to convey deep heartbreak through powerful vocal technique. The song stands as a testament to his enduring appeal in the soft rock and adult contemporary genres, offering a timeless narrative of emotional vulnerability.