How Can I Find You
Hazell Dean · Other Songs - Hazell Dean
That you've given up trying
Have you left it up to me
To be the one to keep our love from dying
If I could I'd take you in my arms
And bring us back to being close
But how can I hold you
If you're letting go.
I won't pretend I've got the answers figured out
But I can't stop believing
Hanging on to what we got
Is still a better way to go than leaving
I'd do anything to make you stay
But I can't do it all alone
How can I hold you
If you're letting go.
So please don't let this be the end
Hold out some hope that we can try again.
--- Instrumental ---
I'd do anything to make you stay
But I can't do it all alone
How can I hold you
If you're letting go.
How can I hold you
If you're letting go?...
How Can I Find You
Hazell Dean's 'How Can I Find You' stands as a defining track from her early solo career, capturing the raw emotional vulnerability characteristic of her work in the late 1970s and early 1980s. Released during a pivotal period for English pop, the song exemplifies the genre's shift toward introspective ballads that prioritized lyrical honesty over polished production. Dean's delivery, often accompanied by a simple yet effective arrangement, highlights her ability to convey deep personal sentiment, a trait that would become central to her discography. The recording reflects the era's broader musical landscape, where artists like Dean sought to connect with listeners through authentic storytelling rather than commercial formulas. This track remains a testament to her commitment to exploring themes of longing and isolation, solidifying her place in the catalog of influential English pop singers who bridged the gap between rock and soft pop sensibilities.