Baby Can I Hold You Lyrics - Tracy Chapman

The song Baby Can I Hold You by Tracy Chapman is about the need for closeness and connection. Despite the lyrics' simplicity and directness, they express a strong emotional yearning. Chapman's sweet voice and the accompaniment of an acoustic guitar give the song a pleasant, folk-like air. Overall, there is a softness and gentle desire.

On October 1st, 1998, the song was made available. This is from Tracy's debut album. Tracy Chapman is responsible for the song's lyrics. David Kershenbaum was the song's producer. The song lasts for around 3 minutes and 14 seconds. Rock and country music are the foundation of the track's genre.

{Verse No. 1}

Sorry

Is all that you can't say

Years gone by and still

Words don't come easily

Like sorry, like sorry

Can I hold you tonight, Baby? Is the first line of the lyrics. This could be taken as a romantic or paternal query. The subsequent words, "I don't care if I'm right / I don't care if you're wrong / I don't care if you're not there / I don't care if you don't care," add to the ambiguity of the lyrics.

{Verse No. 2}

Forgive me

Is all that you can't say

Years gone by and still

Words don't come easily

Like forgive me, forgive me

These lines can be expressing the speaker's feelings for a child or for another individual. In any relationship, the phrase "can I hold you?" is frequent and valuable, but Tracy Chapman uses it in the song "Baby Can I Hold You." It's not that simple, the singer claims. His family members take a long time to express their love for him.

{Verse No. 3}

I love you

Is all that you can't say

Years gone by and still

Words don't come easily

Like I love you, I love you

In the end, there are many different ways to read the lyrics to "Baby Can I Hold You." It is up to the listener to interpret the song's lyrics in light of the fact that Tracy Chapman has never divulged the song's genuine meaning.

{Chorus}

But you can say baby

Baby can I hold you tonight

Maybe if I told you the right words

At the right time, you'd be mine

The chorus of the song takes an unusual turn as the singer gives his love a hint about the words that actually turned around him. Having the want to embrace her, he admitted it. The singer believed that earlier verses were crucial to partnerships. However, actions and intentions are as crucial.

Conclusion:

Tracy Chapman's song "Baby Can I Hold You" has fairly straightforward words, yet they are also incredibly effective. The song talks about a mother's love for her kid and how it endures through all circumstances. Long after you've heard them, the words' beauty and profundity will remain with you.

The Complete Lyrics
{Verse No. 1}
Sorry
Is all that you can't say
Years gone by and still
Words don't come easily
Like sorry, like sorry

{Verse No. 2}
Forgive me
Is all that you can't say
Years gone by and still
Words don't come easily
Like forgive me, forgive me
{Chorus}
But you can say baby
Baby can I hold you tonight
Maybe if I told you the right words
At the right time
You'd be mine

{Verse No. 3}
I love you
Is all that you can't say
Years gone by and still
Words don't come easily
Like I love you, I love you

{Chorus}
But you can say baby
Baby can I hold you tonight
Maybe if I told you the right words
At the right time, you'd be mine

[Outro]
Baby can I hold you tonight
Maybe if I told you the right words
At the right time, you'd be mine
You'd be mine
You'd be mine