Papa, Can You Hear Me?
Lara Fabian · Other Songs - Lara Fabian
Oh God
May the light of this flickering candle
Illuminate the night the way
your spirit illuminates my soul.
Papa, can you hear me?
Papa, can you see me?
Papa can you find me in the night?
Papa are you near me?
Papa, can you hear me?
Papa, can you help me not be frightened?
Looking at the skies I seem to see a million eyes
Which ones are yours?
Where are you now that yesterday
Has waved goodbye
And closed its doors?
The night is so much darker;
The wind is so much colder;
The world I see is so much bigger
Now that I'm alone.
Papa, please forgive me.
Try to understand me;
Papa, don't you know I had no choice?
Can you hear me praying,
Anything I'm saying
Even though the night is filled with voices?
I remember everything you taught me
Every book 1've ever read...
Can all the words in all the books
Help me to face what lies ahead?
The trees are so much taller
And I feel so much smaller;
The moon is twice as lonely
And the stars are half as bright...
Papa, how I love you...
Papa, how I need you.
Papa, how I miss you
Kissing me good night...
Papa, Can You Hear Me?
Lara Fabian's "Papa, Can You Hear Me?" stands as a poignant exploration of familial connection and longing, delivered with her signature vocal clarity. The track exemplifies her ability to blend pop sensibilities with emotional depth, characteristic of her career spanning the late 1990s through the early 2000s. As a solo artist, Fabian often drew upon personal narratives to craft songs that resonate with universal themes of love and loss. This recording captures a moment of quiet vulnerability, utilizing lush arrangements to underscore the plea for understanding from a parent. The song reflects her commitment to storytelling within the genre, offering listeners an intimate glimpse into the human experience of seeking reassurance and guidance. It remains a testament to her skill in translating complex emotions into accessible, melodic structures that have earned her a dedicated following worldwide.