Everything I Have Is Yours
Billie Holiday · Complete Masters 1933 - 1959 [2011]
You are part of me
Everything I have is yours
My destiny
I would gladly give the sun to you
If the sun were only mine
I would gladly give the earth to you
And the stars that shine
Everything that I possess
I offer you
Let my dream of happiness
Come through
I'll be happy just to spend my life
Waiting at your back and call
Everything I have is yours
My life
My all
I would gladly give the sun to you
If the sun were only mine
I would gladly give the earth to you
And the stars that shine
Everything that I possess
I offer to you
Let my dream of happiness
Come through
I'll be happy just to spend my life
Waiting at your back and call
Everything I have is yours
My life
My all
Everything I Have Is Yours
Billie Holiday's 'Everything I Have Is Yours' stands as a poignant testament to her mastery of the ballad. Recorded for the Complete Masters 1933-1959 collection, this track exemplifies her signature intimate delivery and deep emotional resonance. The song, rooted in the jazz and swing traditions of the 1930s and 40s, showcases Holiday's ability to transform a simple melody into a profound statement on love and sacrifice. Her nuanced phrasing and subtle vocal inflections define the recording, capturing the essence of the era's sophisticated vocal style. As part of her extensive discography, this performance remains a definitive example of her artistry, reflecting the personal depth that characterized her work throughout her career.