Whenever You're Away From Me

Olivia Newton-John · Xanadu [1980]

No other face would take you off my mind

You're so refined

You're much too kind

I have to warn you I'm never gonna set you free

'Cause I was born to

Love you for eternity



Whenever you're away from me

Wherever you go

You're never far away from me

I want you to know

I only have to close my eyes dear

And suddenly I'm where you are

You better never stray

Cos I'll never be far away



On every breeze I seem to hear your name

My heart's aflame

I feel the same

I'd fall apart dear if you let the feelin' end

Don't break a heart dear that nobody else could mend



Whenever you're away from me

Wherever you go

You're never far away from me

I want you to know

I only have to close my eyes dear

And suddenly I'm where you are

You better never stray

Cos I'll never be far away

Whenever You're Away From Me

This ballad from the 1980 film Xanadu features Olivia Newton-John's signature blend of heartfelt pop and melodic storytelling. The track captures a sense of longing and emotional distance, fitting the romantic and dramatic tone of the movie's soundtrack. As part of Newton-John's extensive discography, the song highlights her ability to convey vulnerability and sincerity through her vocal delivery. It stands as a notable example of her work during the early 1980s, reflecting the era's focus on emotional pop narratives and cinematic soundtracks.