Live To Tell
Madonna · Something To Remember
Sometimes it gets so hard to hide it well
I was not ready for the fall
Too blind to see the writing on the wall
Chorus:
A man can tell a thousand lies
I've learned my lesson well
Hope I live to tell
The secret I have learned, 'till then
It will burn inside of me
I know where beauty lives
I've seen it once, I know the warm she gives
The light that you could never see
It shines inside, you can't take that from me
(chorus)
2nd Chorus:
The truth is never far behind
You kept it hidden well
If I live to tell
The secret I knew then
Will I ever have the chance again
If I ran away, I'd never have the strength
To go very far
How would they hear the beating of my heart
Will it grow cold
The secret that I hide, will I grow old
How will they hear
When will they learn
How will they know
(chorus)
(2nd chorus)
Live To Tell
Madonna's "Live To Tell" serves as a reflective track from the 1991 album *Something To Remember*, marking a significant shift in her musical direction toward R&B and soulful pop. Recorded during a period of artistic maturity, the song features a smooth, atmospheric production that highlights her vocal versatility beyond her earlier pop anthems. Released alongside hits like "Frozen" and "Who's That Girl," the track exemplifies her ability to blend personal introspection with polished studio craftsmanship. As part of her broader discography spanning from the early 1980s to the present, "Live To Tell" remains a staple of her catalog, showcasing her enduring influence on contemporary R&B and pop music while addressing themes of resilience and self-acceptance.