I Won't Last A Day Without You
Rosemary Clooney · Other Songs - Rosemary Clooney
Where I don't belong, I'm not that strong
It's nice to know that there's someone I can turn to
Who will always care, you're always there
When there's no getting over that rainbow
When my smallest of dreams won't come true
I can take all the madness the world has to give
But I won't last a day without you
So many times when the city seems to be without a friendly face
A lonely place
It's nice to know that you'll be there if I need you
And you'll always smile, it's all worthwhile
When there's no getting over that rainbow
When my smallest of dreams won't come true
I can take all the madness the world has to give
But I won't last a day without you
Touch me and I end up singing
Troubles seem to up and disappear
You touch me with the love you're bringing
I can't really lose when you're near
If all my friends have forgotten half their promises
They're not unkind, just hard to find
One look at you and I know that I could learn to live
Without the rest, I found the best
When there's no getting over that rainbow
When my smallest of dreams won't come true
I can take all the madness the world has to give
But I won't last a day without you
When there's no getting over that rainbow
When my smallest of dreams won't come true
I can take all the madness the world has to give
But I won't last a day without you
I Won't Last A Day Without You
Recorded by Rosemary Clooney, this romantic ballad showcases her signature warmth and vocal clarity within the pop and standards repertoire. The song, often associated with her 1950s and 1960s discography, reflects the era's emphasis on heartfelt, melodic compositions that prioritized emotional delivery over complex arrangements. Clooney's interpretation highlights her ability to convey intimacy and longing, characteristics that defined her career alongside peers like Frank Sinatra and Judy Garland. While specific album placements vary across releases, the track remains a staple of her catalog, representing the timeless appeal of vocal jazz and pop standards that resonated with audiences for decades. Her performance captures the gentle, reassuring tone typical of her work, cementing her status as a beloved interpreter of classic American songwriting.