Memory
Sarah Brightman · Other Songs - Sarah Brightman
Not a sound from the pavement
Has the moon lost her memory?
She is smiling alone
In the lamplight,
The withered leaves collect at my feet
And the wind
Begins to moan
Memory
All alone in the moonlight
I can smile at the old days
I was beautiful then
I remember
The time I knew what happiness was
Let the memory
Live again
Every street lamp seems to beat
A fatalistic warning
Someone mutters
And a street lamp gutters
And soon, it will be morning
Daylight
I must wait for the sunrise
I must think of a new life
And I mustn't give in
When the dawn comes
Tonight will be a memory too
And a new life will begin
Burnt out ends
Of smokey days
The stale cold smell of morning
The street lamp dies
Another night is over
Another day is dawing
Touch me
It's so easy to leave me
All alone with my memory
Of my days in the sun
If you touch me
You'll understand what happiness is
Look a new day has begun
[Fade out last note then fade in with high C]
Memory - Sarah Brightman
Sarah Brightman's "Memory" stands as a definitive recording of Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic opera aria, originally from the 1986 musical *Evita*. As a staple of the musical theater repertoire, the song explores themes of regret and the passage of time, delivered with Brightman's distinctive soprano voice that bridges classical technique and pop sensibility. The track became a global phenomenon, winning the Grammy Award for Best Female Pop Vocal Performance in 1988 and cementing Brightman's status as a leading figure in the New Age and adult contemporary genres. Its enduring popularity is evident in its frequent inclusion in film soundtracks, television broadcasts, and annual holiday concerts worldwide. The recording remains a cornerstone of her discography, representing the pinnacle of her early career and continuing to resonate with audiences across generations.