Just The Way You Are [7'' Version]

Barry White · All Time Greatest Hits [1995]

[ Speaking ]



I never take anything for granted

Only a fool maybe takes things for granted

Just because it's here today

It can be gone tomorrow

And that's one thing that you

Never in your life ever have to worry about me

If I'll ever change towards you because

Baby I love you

Yeah I love you

Just the way... You are...



Don't go changing, trying to please me

You never let me down before

I don't imagine you're too familiar

And I don't see you anymore

I would not leave you in times of trouble

We never could have come this far

I took the good times, I'll take the bad times

I'll take you just the way you are



Don't go trying some new fashion

Don't change the color of your hair

You always have my unspoken passion

Although I might not seem to care



I don't want clever conversation

I don't want to work that hard

I just want some someone to talk to

I want you just the way you are.



I need to know that you will always be

The same old someone that I knew

What will it take till you believe in me

The way that I believe in you.



I said I love you and that's forever

And this I promise from my heart

I could not love you any better

I love you just the way you are.

Just The Way You Are [7'' Version]

Barry White's 'Just The Way You Are' stands as a definitive soul anthem, capturing the essence of his signature smooth, romantic style. Released on the 1995 'All Time Greatest Hits' compilation, this extended seven-inch version highlights the track's lush orchestration and White's velvety vocal delivery. The song exemplifies the lush, romantic soul sound that defined the late 1970s and early 1980s, blending R&B with a polished, radio-friendly sheen. As a staple of his discography, it remains a timeless representation of the genre's ability to evoke intimacy and longing through melody and harmony.