You’re Nearer Rodgers & Hart
"You’re Nearer" by Rodgers & Hart is a romantic ballad from 1940, expressing deep longing and the profound connection between lovers. The lyrics convey themes of love, desire, and emotional closeness. Its lush melody features rich harmonies, typical of the jazz standards of the era. The song has influenced many artists and remains a classic in the Great American Songbook. #Jazz
(Verse)
Time is a healer
But it cannot heal my heart
My mind says, "I've forgotten you,"
And then I feel my heart
The miles lie between us
But your fingers touch my own
You're nearer far away from me
For you're too much my own
(Chorus)
You're nearer
Than my head is to my pillow
Nearer
Than the wind is to the willow
Dearer
Than the rain is to the earth below
Precious as the sun to the things that grow
You're nearer
Than the ivy to the wall is
Nearer
Than the winter to the fall is
Leave me
But when you're away you'll know
You're nearer
For I love you so
