If You Were The Only Boy
Peggy Lee · Other Songs - Peggy Lee
I wish a boy I had, say, one like you
Someone within her heart to build a throne
Someone who'd never part, to call my own
If you were the only girl in the world
And you were the only boy
Nothing else would matter in this world today
We could go on loving in the same old way
A Garden of Eden just made for two
With nothing to mar our joy
I could say such wonderful things to you
There would be such wonderful things to do
If you were the only girl in the world
And you were the only boy
No one I'd ever care for, dear, but you
No one I'd fancy there for to love me too
Your eyes can set me dreaming all night long
Your eyes have set me scheming, right or wrong
If you were the only girl in the world
And you were the only boy
Nothing else would matter in this world today
We could go on loving in the same old way
A Garden of Eden just made for two
With nothing to mar our joy
I could say such wonderful things to you
There would be such wonderful things to do
If you were the only girl in the world
And you were the only boy
If You Were The Only Boy
Peggy Lee's 'If You Were The Only Boy' stands as a testament to her mastery of intimate, understated vocal delivery. Emerging from an era where she was redefining the boundaries of pop and jazz, the track showcases her signature ability to convey deep emotion through subtle phrasing rather than overt power. Lee's discography is vast, ranging from big band swing to sophisticated ballads, yet this recording captures her unique capacity for vulnerability. The song reflects the romantic tension and longing often found in her work, delivered with a cool, controlled intensity that became her hallmark. As a key part of her extensive catalogue, it highlights her enduring influence on vocal jazz and her skill in transforming simple melodies into profound statements of feeling.