They Never Will Leave You
Marianne Faithfull · Marianne Faithfull [2008]
The pain and the sorrow
Of love that one day maybe
You will learn
Can only be shared by you
And how much I yearn
The days that we once knew
Will never return.
They never will leave
The rain and the storms
The snow and the winds
That guide you depart.
They took you far away
Right out of my life.
They condemned us and
They'd stolen my heart.
They never will leave you,
My hopes or my memories.
I've lost all my loving,
Got nowhere to turn.
My happiness with you
Has drowned in my tears,
The tears that will fall until
The day you return.
The tears that will fall until
The day you return.
The tears that will fall until
The day you return.
They Never Will Leave You
Recorded by Marianne Faithfull on her 2008 compilation, this track exemplifies her enduring ability to blend folk sensibilities with intimate storytelling. The song reflects her signature approach to exploring themes of loss and resilience, delivered with a voice that has remained a defining element of British music since the 1960s. Faithfull's discography is renowned for its emotional depth and lyrical clarity, and this recording continues that tradition without relying on specific chart positions or contemporary accolades. As part of her broader catalog, the piece stands as a testament to her career's longevity and her capacity to reinterpret personal narratives within a classic musical framework.