Botti is also a former radio host. His show, called "Chill with Chris Botti," focused mainly on "chill" music, which is described as "smooth jazz with a touch of cool jazz."
If I Could
Chris Botti Lyrics
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You could say I lost my belief in the holy church
You could say I lost my sense of direction
You could say all of this and worse, but
If I ever lose my faith in you
There'd be nothing left for me to do
You could say I lost my faith in the people on T.V.
You could say I'd lost my belief in our politicians
They all seemed like game show hosts to me
If I ever lose my faith in you
There'd be nothing left for me to do
I could be lost inside their lies without a trace
But every time I close my eyes, I see your face
I never saw no miracle of science
That didn't go from a blessing to a curse
I never saw no military solution
That didn't always end up as something worse
But let me say this first
If I ever lose my faith in you
There'd be nothing left for me to do
If I ever lose my faith
If I ever lose my faith
If I ever lose my faith
If I ever lose my faith, in you
The lyrics of "If I Ever Lose My Faith In You" by Chris Botti featuring Sting and Dominic Miller are about the existential crisis of a man who has lost faith in science, religion, and even politics. Despite his disillusionment, he finds hope in the love and companionship of a person who seems to be the only constant and trustworthy force in his life. The lyrics suggest that losing faith in everything can be a disorienting and painful experience, but losing faith in the person he loves would be unbearable.
The first stanza describes how the singer has lost faith in science, progress, and religion. He feels adrift and directionless. The second stanza adds the loss of faith in people, particularly those in positions of power. The bridge acknowledges that the world is full of falsehoods and broken promises. Nonetheless, the chorus asserts that the love of the person he sings to is enough to sustain him through these challenges.
The lyrics are powerful because they convey a sense of emotional vulnerability and honesty. The singer admits his doubts and fears, but also affirms the importance of the person who gives his life meaning. The song suggests that faith in something, even if it's just one person, can be a transcendent source of strength.
Line by Line Meaning
You could say I lost my faith in science and progress
I am skeptical of scientific advancements and societal progress
You could say I lost my belief in the holy church
I no longer have faith in organized religion
You could say I lost my sense of direction
I feel lost and uncertain about my future
You could say all of this and worse, but
Despite these doubts and fears, there is something that keeps me grounded
If I ever lose my faith in you
If I were to lose my faith in you specifically, my world would come crumbling down
There'd be nothing left for me to do
You are the beacon of hope that guides me through life and without that, I would be lost
Some would say I was a lost man in a lost world
Some people might think I'm aimless and adrift in this chaotic world
You could say I lost my faith in the people on T.V.
I have lost trust in the media and those who appear on it
You could say I'd lost my belief in our politicians
I no longer have faith in the leaders of our society
They all seemed like game show hosts to me
I view politicians as superficial and insincere, like game show hosts
I could be lost inside their lies without a trace
It's easy to get caught up in the lies and deceit of politicians without even realizing it
But every time I close my eyes, I see your face
Whenever I feel lost or disillusioned, I think of you and it gives me strength
I never saw no miracle of science
I haven't witnessed any scientific advancements that have truly amazed me
That didn't go from a blessing to a curse
Many scientific developments that were initially considered blessings have ended up causing more harm than good
I never saw no military solution
I haven't seen any military actions that have truly resolved conflicts
That didn't always end up as something worse
Military interventions often lead to even more problems and complications
But let me say this first
Despite my doubts about science, religion, and politics, there is one thing that remains constant
If I ever lose my faith in you
Once again emphasizing the importance of this person in the singer's life
There'd be nothing left for me to do
Finally, admitting that without this person, life would lose all meaning and purpose
If I ever lose my faith
Reiterating the central theme of the song
If I ever lose my faith
...
If I ever lose my faith
...
If I ever lose my faith, in you
Once again highlighting the importance of the person the singer is addressing
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: GORDON SUMNER
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