In The Winter

Dusty Springfield · Classics & Collectibles [2009]

The days are okay

I watch the T.V. in the afternoon

If I get lonely

The sound of other voices

Other rooms are near to me

I'm not afraid



The operator

She tells the time

It's good for a laugh

And there's always radio

And for a dime I can talk to God

Dial-a-prayer

Are you there?

Do you care?

Are you there?



And in the Winter extra blankets for the cold

Fix the heater, getting old

I am wiser now you know

And still as big a fool concerning you



I met your friend

She's very nice, what can I say?

It was an accident

I never dreamed we'd meet again this way

You're looking well

I'm not afraid, yeah



You have a lovely home

Just like a picture

No, I live alone

I found it easier

You must remember how I never liked the party life

Up all night

Lovely wife

You have a lovely wife



And in the Winter extra blankets for the cold

Fix the heater, getting old

You are with her now I know

I'll live alone forever, not together, now



And in the Winter extra blankets for the cold

Fix the heater, getting old

You are with her now I know

I'll live alone forever, not together,

In The Winter - Dusty Springfield

Dusty Springfield's 'In The Winter' stands as a poignant example of her signature blend of soul and pop, characterized by her distinctive falsetto and emotive delivery. Recorded for the 2009 compilation 'Classics & Collectibles,' the track exemplifies the lush production and emotional depth that defined her career during the late 1960s and early 1970s. The song captures the melancholic atmosphere of the winter season, reflecting themes of longing and introspection that were central to her discography. As a key component of her catalog, the recording showcases her ability to convey complex feelings through melody and vocal technique, cementing her status as a pioneering figure in British soul music.