When I Need You
Rod Stewart · If We Fall in Love Tonight
I just close my eyes and IÂ’m with you
And all that I so want to give you
ItÂ’s only a heartbeat away
When I need love
I hold out my hand
And I touch love
I never knew there was so much love
Keeping me warm night and day
Miles and miles of empty space in between us
A telephone canÂ’t take the place of your smile
But you know I wonÂ’t be travellinÂ’ forever
ItÂ’s cold out
But hold out
And do like I do
When I need you
I just close my eyes and IÂ’m with you
And all that I so want to give you babe
ItÂ’s only a heartbeat away
ItÂ’s not easy when the road is your driver
Honey thatÂ’s a heavy load that we bear
But you know I wonÂ’t be travellinÂ’ a lifetime
ItÂ’s cold out
So hold out
And do like I do
When I need you
When I need love
I hold out my hands
And I touch love
I never knew there was so much love
Keeping me warm night and day
When I need you
I just close my eyes and youÂ’re right here by my side
KeepinÂ’ me warm night and day
I just hold out my hands
I just hold out my hands
And IÂ’m with you darlinÂ’
Yes IÂ’m with you darlinÂ’
All I wanna give you
ItÂ’s only a heartbeat away
Oh I need you darlinÂ’
When I Need You
Rod Stewart's "When I Need You" stands as a defining track from his 1974 album "If We Fall in Love Tonight," showcasing his signature blend of rock and pop sensibilities. Recorded during a pivotal era in his career, the song features Stewart's characteristic vocal delivery and songwriting prowess, capturing the emotional vulnerability often found in his romantic ballads. The track complements other notable compositions on the same record, such as "Forever Young" and "Have I Told You Lately That I Love You," contributing to a cohesive body of work that solidified his status as a leading figure in British rock music. Released in the mid-1970s, the recording reflects the enduring appeal of Stewart's ability to craft relatable, melodic songs that resonate across generations, cementing his legacy as a master of the genre.