I Say A Little Prayer For You
Burt Bacharach · Unknwn Albums
Before I put on my make-up
I say a little prayer for you
While combing my hair now
And wond'ring what dress to wear now
I say a little prayer for you
Forever
and ever
you'll stay in my heart
And I will love you
Forever
and ever
we never will part
Oh, how I'll love you
Together
Forever
that's how it must be.
To live without you
Would only mean heart break for me
I run for the bus, dear
While riding I think of us dear
I say a little prayer for you
At work I just take time
and all through my coffee break time
I say a little prayer for you
Forever
and ever
you'll stay in my heart
And I will love you
Forever
and ever
we never will part
Oh, how I'll love you
Together
Forever
that's how it must be.
To live without you
Would only mean heart break for me
I say a little prayer for you
I say a little prayer for you
My darling, believe me
For me there is no one but you
Please love me too
(Answer his prayer)
I'm in love with you
(Answer his prayer now baby)
Answer my prayer now baby
(Answer his prayer)
Say you love me too
(Forever
and ever
you'll stay in my heart
And I will love you
Forever
and ever
we never will part
Oh, how I'll love you
Together
Forever
that's how it must be.
To live without you
Would only mean heart break for me)
I Say A Little Prayer For You
Burt Bacharach's 'I Say A Little Prayer For You' stands as a quintessential example of his sophisticated pop composition style, characterized by intricate harmonic progressions and lush orchestration. Released within the broader catalog of his work, the track exemplifies the mid-to-late 20th-century American songwriting tradition where emotional depth is conveyed through complex chord structures and melodic sophistication. As a solo artist, Bacharach crafted this piece to showcase his ability to blend romantic sensibilities with rhythmic drive, creating a recording that has become a staple in collections of classic pop and jazz-influenced music. The song reflects the era's focus on polished studio production and lyrical themes of devotion and longing, cementing Bacharach's reputation as a master of the ballad and the upbeat pop standard.