This Time Next Year
Toni Braxton · Snowflakes [2001]
Tryin' to just get on with my life...
And this time next year hope I'm through
with the hurtin'
Tryin' to get you out of my mind...
So, don't try to play like you're not that concerned
And don't try to say that your heart doesn't burn
So, tell me
How can you say that our love isn't special?
How can you say
That our love wasn't true?
And how can you say
You can take it or leave it
When I'm missing you and you know
You'll be missing me, too?
This time next year I'll be out buying presents
And something will remind me of you...
And this time next year I'll be out having dinner
And run into some friends we both knew...
Oh, don't try to play like you won't be concerned
And don't try to say that your heart doesn't yearn
Oh, tell me
Chorus
Come early Christmas morning
I'll be having my coffee and I'll think of you
And the things we used to do
And you know it will be breaking my heart...
'Cause the holidays are special
it will always play a part
In my heart...
Chorus
This Time Next Year
Toni Braxton's 'This Time Next Year' serves as a poignant song on her 2001 holiday album, Snowflakes. Known for her powerful, soulful contralto and ability to convey deep emotion, Braxton delivers a reflective seasonal track that fits seamlessly within her broader discography of R&B and pop ballads. The recording captures her signature style of blending intimate vocal delivery with lush production, a hallmark of her work during this era. While the song explores themes of anticipation and the passage of time, it stands as a testament to her enduring ability to craft memorable melodies that resonate with listeners. This track remains a cherished part of her holiday catalogue, showcasing the versatility that has defined her long-standing career in the music industry.