All Alone

Irving Berlin · In Hollywood [2009]

All alone, I'm so all alone

There is no one else but you

All alone by the telephone

Waiting for a ring, a ting-a-ling

I'm all alone every evening

All alone, feeling blue

Wond'ring where you are and how you are

And if you are all alone too

<instrumental>

I wonder where you are (remember me) and how you are (remember me)

And if you are (I love you) all alone (I love you) too

Note: backup in final stanza is a soprano

All Alone

Irving Berlin's "All Alone" stands as a poignant example of his mastery in American songwriting, blending lyrical vulnerability with a melodic structure that defines the Great American Songbook. Recorded for the 2009 compilation "In Hollywood," this track exemplifies Berlin's ability to craft narratives of isolation and longing that resonate across generations. The song's composition reflects his signature style, utilizing a sophisticated harmonic progression to underscore the emotional weight of its subject matter. As part of his extensive discography, "All Alone" demonstrates Berlin's enduring influence on the genre, offering a timeless exploration of human emotion that remains relevant in contemporary musical contexts. Its inclusion in various anthologies highlights its status as a staple in the canon of classic American pop music.