It's Only Make Believe
Hollies · Here I Go Again/hear! Here! [2011]
Is that some day you'll care
My hopes, my dreams come true
My one and only you
No one will ever know
How much I love you so
My only prayer will be
Some day you'll care for me
But it's only make believe
My hopes, my dreams come true
My life I give for you
My heart, a wedding ring
My all, my everything
My heart, I can't control
You ruin my very soul
My hopes, my prayers, my schemes
You are my everything
But it's only make believe
My one and only prayer
Is that some day you'll care
My hopes, my dreams come true
My one and only you
No one will ever know
How much I love you so
My only prayer will be
Some day you'll care for me
But it's only make believe
It's Only Make Believe
Released by The Hollies on their 2011 compilation Here I Go Again/hear! Here!, this track exemplifies the band's enduring appeal through a polished take on classic pop-rock. The Hollies, a prominent British vocal group active from the 1960s, are celebrated for their intricate harmonies and melodic songwriting that defined the era. This recording captures their signature sound, blending smooth arrangements with the group's characteristic vocal interplay. While the specific lyrical themes of this particular track remain rooted in the romantic sentiments common to their catalog, the song stands as a testament to the group's ability to craft accessible, emotionally resonant music that has maintained relevance across decades. It serves as a reminder of their contribution to the landscape of British pop and rock history.