You Lyrics
Basil Valdez
Lyrics
You give me hope,
The strength, the will to keep on,
No one else can make me feel this way
And only you
Can bring out all the best I can do,
I believe you turn the tide
And make me feel real good inside.
You pushed me up
When I'm about to give up,
You're on my side when no one seems to listen
And if you go,
You know the tears can't help but show
You'll break this heart and tear it apart,
Then suddenly the madness starts.
It's your smile,
Your face, your lips that I miss,
Those sweet little eyes that stare at me
And make me say,
I'm with you through all the way.
'Cause it's you
Who fills the emptiness in me,
It changes ev'rything, you see,
When I know I've got you with me
You pushed me up
When I'm about to give up,
You're on my side when no one seems to listen
And if you go,
You know the tears can't help but show
You'll break this heart and tear it apart,
Then suddenly the madness starts
Song & Lyrics Facts
Basil Valdez is a song written by Filipino singer-songwriter Basil Valdez, released in 1971. It was included in his self-titled debut album.
The lyrics of the song were written by the artist himself and it features him on lead vocals accompanied by the Manila Symphony Orchestra under the direction of conductor Antonio Molina. Other band members include bassist Egay Macaraeg, drummer Danny Javier, percussionist Monet Silvestre, keyboardist Nonong Pedero, guitarist Mar Dizon and saxophonist Rene Garcia. The song has become an iconic track in Philippine music history and is still widely appreciated today. It has been covered by many artists including Lea Salonga and Regine Velasquez. The song’s lyrics are based on a story of a man who is looking for love but is unable to find it despite all his efforts. Its message of hope and resilience has resonated with audiences throughout the years, making it one of the most beloved songs in the Philippines.