After the band broke up, Judy went solo and scored a No. 1 hit on the reggae charts with "Dreaming Of A Little Island" in 1985, with the debut album "Can't Be With You Tonight" following in 1987.
The "Tears On My Pillow" album was recorded in Johannesburg, South Africa in 1992.
Can't Be With You Tonight
Judy Boucher Lyrics
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I would leave with you for just a little while
But I love him the same way as I love you now
And I'm sorry I can't be with you tonight
Though I want to hold you in my arms tonight
I wouldn't take the chance 'cause it won't be right
Maybe when we meet again some other time
So please understand my situation
I love you
But I cannot be with you
If I could be in two places at the same time
Believe me
I would share my love with you
So please understand my situation
I love you
But I cannot be with you
If I could be in two places at the same time
Believe me
I would share my love with you
Believe me
I would share my love with you
Believe me
I would share my love with you
Believe me
I would share my love with you
The song "Can't Be With You Tonight" by Judy Boucher is about a woman who is torn between two loves. The opening lines indicate that if her current lover was not with her, she would go away with the other lover for a short period. However, she loves them both equally, and it is not her intention to hurt either of them. So, she expresses her regret that she cannot be with the other man tonight, even though she would love to hold him in her arms.
The chorus repeats the message of her dilemma, where she loves the other man but can't be with him tonight or break the heart of the current lover, even though she is willing to share her love with both. She pleads for understanding from both men, hoping that they appreciate the situation she's in. The final repetition of "Believe me, I would share my love with you" emphasizes her sincerity about her genuine affection for both men, and her unwillingness to choose between them.
The song's lyrics bring out the conflict between desire and responsibility, where she struggles to balance her feelings for both lovers with her obligation to honor her commitments. The song's melody is soothing and melancholic, complementing the song's message. The lyrics touch the listener's heart, resonating with anyone who has ever been in a similar position.
Line by Line Meaning
If my love wasn't here with me tonight
If I didn't have someone I loved with me right now
I would leave with you for just a little while
I would spend some time with you if I could
But I love him the same way as I love you now
I have feelings for him just as I do for you
And I'm sorry I can't be with you tonight
I wish I could be with you, but circumstances won't let me
Though I want to hold you in my arms tonight
I desire to embrace you tightly right now
I wouldn't take the chance 'cause it won't be right
Having a physical moment would be inappropriate
Maybe when we meet again some other time
Perhaps in the future we'll have another chance
'Cause tonight I'll only share my love with him
Tonight, my love is reserved for someone else
So please understand my situation
Please comprehend where I'm coming from
I love you
I have affection for you
But I cannot be with you
But I'm unable to be with you
If I could be in two places at the same time
If I could be in multiple locations simultaneously
Believe me
Trust me
I would share my love with you
I would give you a piece of my heart
Believe me
Trust me
I would share my love with you
I would give you a piece of my heart
Believe me
Trust me
I would share my love with you
I would give you a piece of my heart
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Felix Lawrence Da Silva
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@djimipoxy
Am here in 2024 enjoying the song
@yovannazuniga266
Me too 😊
@1983robbo
Me too. Mum would play this growing up
@brumman100
My mums favourite song as a child she would sing this to me , now I cry when I hear it so many happy memories of my late mum , what I would give to hear her sing it to me one more time
@shalramdeen464
So sorry for your loss be strong🙏🙏
@Tommytucamoto
Sorry for your loss xx
@waka7984
My accapella
@waka7984
With my mom as well
@shanjefferson4147
I love this song so much as well....grow up with this...
@foodslutx2707
It makes me so happy to see other Judy Boucher fans. My uncle used to play this at his shop growing up in Ghana. Reminds me of a simpler time ❤️