Give Me Time
Dusty Springfield · Classic [2009]
All the heartache that he left behind
Will fade from my mind
I'll be free to love again
If you'll only give me time
I'll forget I even knew his name
Forget that he came
I'll be no good till I can
Try to understand
But when I'm sure
I need him no more
That's when I'll reach out for your hand
So darling, give me time
And you will see that I'm
Ready to love you
Just as you love me
Wait a while
'Til I can find my smile
And I'll be yours for as long as I live
If you'll only give me time, yeah
So darling, give me time
And you will see that I'm
Ready to love you
Just as you love me, oh
Wait a while
'Til I can find my smile
And I'll be yours for as long as I live
If you'll only give me time
Give Me Time - Dusty Springfield
Dusty Springfield's 'Give Me Time' stands as a defining track from her 1960s catalog, showcasing her signature blend of soulful pop and R&B influences. Recorded during a period when she was redefining the female vocal style in British music, the song features her distinctive falsetto and emotive delivery that became a hallmark of her career. Released on the 'Classic [2009]' compilation, the recording captures the warmth and vulnerability characteristic of her work from the early 1970s. As one of her most recognizable hits, the song remains a staple of her discography, reflecting the era's shift toward more intimate and personal songwriting while maintaining the polished production typical of her studio recordings.