Till There Was You
Ray Charles · Genius & Soul - The 50th Anniversary Collection [1997]
And I never heard 'em ringing
I, I never heard them at all, oh
Till there was you, baby, oh no, oh, no, no
There were birds in the sky
And I never saw them winging, winging
Out at night I never saw them at all
Till there was you
Then there was music
And there was wonderful roses
Y'all tell me that it's sweet fragrant meadows
Of dawn and dew
There was love, the thing got all around me
And I never heard it singin, oh, singin'
Out at night I never heard anything at all
Till there was you
Then there was music
And wonderful roses
Didn't I say, they tell me in sweet fragrant meadows
Of dawn and dew
Yes, there was love and it got all around me, baby
And I never heard it singin' , oh, singin'
Out at night, I never heard it at all
Till there was you
Till There Was You
Ray Charles's rendition of "Till There Was You" stands as a testament to his unparalleled ability to reinterpret material across genres. Originally composed for the musical *The Music Man*, the song found a new life through Charles's distinctive vocal style, which blended gospel fervor with pop sensibility. This recording captures the artist at the height of his creative powers, showcasing his mastery of emotional delivery and dynamic range. By incorporating the track into his extensive discography, Charles demonstrated his willingness to explore lighter, more romantic themes alongside his signature blues and R&B hits. The performance remains a cherished example of how a legendary vocalist can transform a theatrical standard into a timeless piece of popular music, resonating with audiences through its sincere and heartfelt execution.