I Can't Wait Until I See My Baby's Face
Aretha Franklin · Take A Look: Complete On Columbia [2011]
I can't wait until I see my, my baby's face
When I tell him that I'm through
Yes, I'm through with him
'Cause he's been running round
And I got to, to put him down
I can't wait to see the look
The look in his eyes
I wonder if he'll cry
When I tell him this is goodbye, yes it is
Or will he try to change my mind
And make me stay? yeah
Or will he turn around
And, with a smile on his face
Just walk away?
Just walk away
I can't wait until I see my, my baby's face
Gotta find out what I mean
What I mean to him
'Cause just one tear is all he's
got to, to shed for me
And I know that l will run, yes I'll run to him
I'll hold him tight
Never, never let him go, no-o-o
And I can't wait until I see my, my baby's face
You know, I just can't wait until I
see my baby's, baby's face
You know, I just can't wait until
I see my, my baby's face
I can't wait until I
When I tell him that I'm through
Yes, I'm through with him
'Cause he's been running round
And I got to, to put him down
I can't wait to see the look
The look in his eyes
I wonder if he'll cry
When I tell him this is goodbye, yes it is
Or will he try to change my mind
And make me stay? yeah
Or will he turn around
And, with a smile on his face
Just walk away?
Just walk away
I can't wait until I see my, my baby's face
Gotta find out what I mean
What I mean to him
'Cause just one tear is all he's
got to, to shed for me
And I know that l will run, yes I'll run to him
I'll hold him tight
Never, never let him go, no-o-o
And I can't wait until I see my, my baby's face
You know, I just can't wait until I
see my baby's, baby's face
You know, I just can't wait until
I see my, my baby's face
I can't wait until I
I Can't Wait Until I See My Baby's Face
Recorded by Aretha Franklin, this soul classic captures the raw anticipation of new parenthood through a soaring vocal performance. Featured on her 2011 compilation Take A Look: Complete On Columbia, the track exemplifies Franklin's ability to blend gospel-infused energy with pop sensibilities. The song reflects her deep personal connection to themes of family and love, delivered with an emotional intensity that defined her career. As a staple of her discography, it remains a testament to her status as the Empress of Soul, showcasing her unique ability to transform intimate life moments into universal musical experiences that continue to resonate across generations.
