If I Was The One
Luther Vandross · Other Songs - Luther Vandross
If I Was The One
soundtrack: centerstage
I see the way he treats you
I feel the tears you cry
And it makes me sad and it makes me mad
There's nothin' I can do, baby
Cuz your lover is my best friend
And I guess that's where the story ends
So I've gotta try to keep it inside
You'll never be, never be mine
1 - But if I was the one who was loving you, baby
The only tears you'd cry would be tears of joy
And if I was by your side
You'd never know one lonely night
If it was my arms you were running to
I'd give you love in these arms of mine
If I was the one in your life
If I could have just one wish
I'd wish that you were mine
I would hold you near, kiss away those tears
I'd be so good to you, baby
You're the one I want next to me
But I guess that's just not meant to be
He's there in your life, he's sharing your nights
I'll never be, never be, never be right
Repeat 1
I want to reach out and feel you beside me, beside me
Right here, right now, right beside me baby, baby
And take you in my arms right now
And scream I love you right out loud
And then someday I'll pray I'll find
I'll find the strength to turn to you and say
Repeat 1
If I was the one, if I was the one, the one
If I was the one in your life
soundtrack: centerstage
I see the way he treats you
I feel the tears you cry
And it makes me sad and it makes me mad
There's nothin' I can do, baby
Cuz your lover is my best friend
And I guess that's where the story ends
So I've gotta try to keep it inside
You'll never be, never be mine
1 - But if I was the one who was loving you, baby
The only tears you'd cry would be tears of joy
And if I was by your side
You'd never know one lonely night
If it was my arms you were running to
I'd give you love in these arms of mine
If I was the one in your life
If I could have just one wish
I'd wish that you were mine
I would hold you near, kiss away those tears
I'd be so good to you, baby
You're the one I want next to me
But I guess that's just not meant to be
He's there in your life, he's sharing your nights
I'll never be, never be, never be right
Repeat 1
I want to reach out and feel you beside me, beside me
Right here, right now, right beside me baby, baby
And take you in my arms right now
And scream I love you right out loud
And then someday I'll pray I'll find
I'll find the strength to turn to you and say
Repeat 1
If I was the one, if I was the one, the one
If I was the one in your life
If I Was The One
Luther Vandross delivers a tender ballad on 'If I Was The One,' a track that exemplifies his mastery of soulful R&B and smooth vocal delivery. Released as part of his extensive discography, the song reflects the artist's signature style of romantic introspection and emotional depth. Vandross's ability to convey vulnerability and longing makes this recording a standout within his catalog of love songs. The composition showcases his technical precision and emotive range, characteristic of his work during the peak of his career. It stands as a testament to his contribution to contemporary soul music, resonating with listeners through its timeless melody and heartfelt performance.