After You've Gone
Barbara Lea · Other Songs - Barbara Lea
How could you tell me that you're goin' away?
Don't say that we must part,
Don't break your baby's heart
You know I've loved you for these many years,
Loved you night and day,
Oh! honey baby, can't you see my tears?
Listen while I say
After you've gone and left me cryin'
After you've gone there's no denyin'
You'll feel blue, you'll feel sad
You'll miss the dearest pal you've ever had
There'll come a time, now don't forget it
There'll come a time when you'll regret it
Someday, when you grow lonely
Your heart will break like mine and you'll want me only
After you've gone, after you've gone away
After you've gone and left me cryin'
After you've gone there's no denyin'
You're gonna feel blue, and you're gonna feel sad
You're gonna feel bad
And you'll miss, and you'll miss,
And you'll miss the bestest pal you ever had
There'll come a time, now don't forget it
There'll come a time when you'll regret it
But baby, think what you're doin'
I'm gonna haunt you so, I'm gonna taunt you so
It's gonna drive you to ruin
After you've gone, after you've gone away.
After You've Gone
Barbara Lea's recording of 'After You've Gone' captures the spirited essence of early American popular music. Known for her distinctive contralto voice and theatrical delivery, Lea brought a unique warmth to this classic composition. The song, a staple of the jazz and vaudeville repertoire, showcases her ability to navigate the emotional nuances of heartbreak with both humor and poignancy. While the track stands as a significant song in her discography, it also reflects the broader musical landscape of her era, where sophisticated melodies met accessible lyrical themes. Lea's interpretation remains a testament to her enduring influence on vocal performance, highlighting her skill in transforming well-known standards into personal artistic statements that resonate with listeners across generations.

