Perhaps Perhaps Perhaps
Doris Day · Other Songs - Doris Day
and so how am i ever to know
you always tell me
perhaps perhaps perhaps
a million times i've asked you
and then
i ask you over
again
you only answer
perhaps perhaps perhaps
if you can't make your mind up
we'll never get started
and i don't wanna wind up
being parted
broken-hearted
so if you really love me
say yes
but if you don't dear
confess
and please don't tell me
perhaps perhaps perhaps
perhaps perhaps perhaps
if you can't make your mind up
we'll never get started
and i don't wanna wind up
being parted
broken-hearted
so if you really love me
say yes
but if you don't dear
confess
and please don't tell me
perhaps perhaps perhaps
perhaps perhaps perhaps
perhaps perhaps perhaps
Perhaps Perhaps Perhaps
Doris Day's 1963 recording of "Perhaps Perhaps Perhaps" stands as a quintessential example of her signature vocal style, blending smooth pop sensibilities with the emotional depth characteristic of her career. Released during the height of her fame following "Cry Baby Cry," the track showcases her ability to deliver a melody that is both accessible and deeply felt. As a staple of her discography, the song reflects the era's preference for romantic ballads and mid-tempo pop standards, utilizing her distinctive contralto to convey a sense of gentle longing. The composition, often associated with the broader catalog of Day's work from this period, remains a cherished piece within her body of work, frequently covered by artists who admire her vocal technique. Its enduring appeal lies in its simple yet effective arrangement, allowing Day's emotive delivery to take center stage without distraction.