Brandy
Ringo Starr · Stop and Smell the Roses [1981]
Played a few bars of a melody and it sounded sweet to me.
Thought i get up and take a look around but my feet got in my way,
Stumbled to the floor, she was right at the door,
i could even see her face.
But how could it be (how could it be)
She ran away from me.
My best friends gone and i'm so all alone.
I kind-a miss you, brandy, i'm so all alone,
When are you coming back home?
I really miss you, brandy, missing you ev'ry day,
Are you coming home to stay?
Sitting on a lonely beach building houses out of sand,
Like a little child with a fantasy, just a fraction of a man.
I was in love when they put her down on my doorstep in the rain,
I could feel the love coming into my heart through my window pane.
But how could i know (how could i know)
That she would up and go
My best friends gone and i'm so all alone. (alone)
I really miss you, brandy, i'm so all alone,
When are you coming back home?
I really miss you, brandy, missing you ev'ry day,
Are you coming home to stay?
I kind-a miss you, brandy when are you coming back home?
I'm so all alone.
Said i really miss you, brandy, missing you ev'ry day,
Are you coming home to stay?
Brandy - Ringo Starr
Ringo Starr's "Brandy" serves as a standout track on his 1981 album *Stop and Smell the Roses*, reflecting his continued evolution as a solo artist well beyond his Beatles era. The song exemplifies Starr's signature blend of rockabilly rhythms and melodic pop sensibilities, showcasing his mastery of the guitar and his ability to craft intimate, emotionally resonant ballads. Released during a period where Starr was actively exploring new musical directions while maintaining his classic sound, the recording highlights his versatility and enduring appeal. As a key component of his discography, the track remains a testament to his status as a respected musician in his own right, celebrated for both his songwriting and his charismatic performance style.