Ali Handal: Music & Video
If Only
(Ali Handal)
Written by Ali Handal & Michael Ryther
I was inspired to transform a beautiful melody and chord progression by singer-songwriter Michael Ryther into this song about an abused woman seeking her freedom.
The lyrics just came to me as appropriate for the melody, and are not about myself or anyone I personally know.
the clock strikes three am when he stumbles in
fumbling out of his jeans and reeking of gin
I’m really not in the mood for him tonight
but it’s easier to put out than put up a fight
if only I could break away and take myself some time
then maybe I could find a way to leave him behind
leave him behind
back when we first met, I couldn’t wait
but I learned a little too much a little too late
he relies on the gin to keep him strong
and I’ve relied on him for way too long
if only I could break away and take myself some time
then maybe I could find a way to leave him behind
leave him behind