I Live In Hope
Gabrielle · Gabrielle
It was on borrowed time
This is what I understood
So we did all we could
Made most of all our days
We were happy in every way
Now at night I dare not dream
Cos when I wake you're not with me
I guess I tried hard
Hard to pretend
That I didn't care
Or even want you in the end
I live in hope
That you'll come back to me
That you'll come back to me
I live in hope
That you'll come back to me
That you'll come back to me
Always thought that I knew
What I would do
When it came time for you
To shoot on through my life
Always thought that I'd try
Try to live my life
Never have you on my mind
I guess I was telling lies
But I tried hard
Hard to pretend
That I didn't care
Or even want you in the end
I live in hope?
I guess right now
I hurt inside
Now that you're gone
But you brought so much into my life
No one can mean
Mean as much to me
So I pray each day
That you'll come back to me
I live in hope?
About I Live In Hope
Gabrielle's "I Live In Hope" serves as a defining anthem from her 2004 debut album of the same name, establishing her signature blend of R&B and soulful pop. Recorded during a pivotal era for female vocalists in the mid-2000s, the track showcases Gabrielle's emotive delivery and melodic sensitivity, themes that permeate her broader discography including "Miracle" and "Say What You Gotta Say." The song reflects the optimistic yet introspective mood characteristic of her early work, capturing the essence of resilience and personal growth without relying on explicit lyrical exposition. As a cornerstone of her catalog, it remains a staple of her live performances and has been widely covered by artists across the genre, cementing its status as a timeless recording that bridges the gap between contemporary pop and classic soul traditions.