If I Knew
Bruno Mars · Unorthodox Jukebox
Right in to danger's where I'd always run, a boy who had his fun
But I wouldn't have done
All the things that I have done
If I knew one day you'd come
No baby, no baby, no baby
Oh oh oh I, I know it breaks your heart
To picture the only one you wanna love
In someone else's arms
But I wouldn't have done
All the things that I have done
If I knew one day you'd come
No baby, no baby, no baby
Oh baby please
Let's leave the past behind us, behind us
So that we can go where love will find us
Yeah will find us
I know most girls would leave me
But I know that you believe me
Baby I, I wish we were seventeen
So I could give you all the innocence
That you gave to me
No, I wouldn't have done
All the things that I've done
If I knew one day you'd come
If I knew one day you'd come
If I Knew
If I Knew stands as a standout track from Bruno Mars's 2012 album, Unorthodox Jukebox. The recording showcases Mars's signature ability to blend classic soul and R&B influences with modern pop sensibilities. Following the massive success of Doo-Wops & Hooligans, this album marked a shift toward a more eclectic, retro-inspired sound. The song features Mars's dynamic vocal performance and tight instrumentation, characteristic of his live show energy. It contributes to a body of work that revitalized interest in vintage musical styles for contemporary audiences. As part of a critically acclaimed era in his discography, the track highlights his versatility as a performer and songwriter, cementing his status as a leading figure in modern pop music.