I Can't Wait Until I See My Baby's Face
Springfield (Dusty) Lyrics


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I can't wait until I see my, my baby's face
When I tell him that I'm through
Yes, I'm through with him
'Cause he's been running round
And I got to, to put him down
I can't wait to see the look
The look in his eyes
I wonder if he'll cry
When I tell him this is goodbye, yes it is
Or will he try to change my mind
And make me stay? yeah

Or will he turn around
And, with a smile on his face
Just walk away?
Just walk away

I can't wait until I see my, my baby's face
Gotta find out what I mean
What I mean to him
'Cause just one tear is all he's got to, to shed for me
And I know that l will run, yes I'll run to him
I'll hold him tight
Never, never let him go, no-o-o

And I can't wait until I see my, my baby's face
You know, I just can't wait until I see my baby's, baby's face




You know, I just can't wait until I see my, my baby's face
I can't wait until I

Overall Meaning

see my baby's face is a song about a woman who has had enough of her cheating partner and is ready to leave him. She is looking forward to the moment she confronts him about the infidelity and ends the relationship. In the song, she wonders what his reaction will be when she tells him the news. Will he cry and beg her to stay, or will he just walk away with a smile on his face? But despite the uncertainty, she is determined to end things and move on.


One interesting aspect of this song is the raw emotion and vulnerability in Dusty Springfield's voice as she sings. She brings to life the pain and sadness that the lyrics convey, making it a powerful and moving piece of music. Another interesting fact about the song is that it was written by Gerry Goffin and Carole King, two legendary songwriters who have penned many hits over the years. The song was originally recorded by the American soul singer Garnet Mimms but became a bigger hit when Dusty Springfield released her version.


"I Can't Wait Until I See My Baby's Face" was Springfield's first single to chart in the US, reaching number 39 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1964. The song was also a top ten hit in the UK, Australia, and Canada. The song has been covered by many other artists over the years, including Aretha Franklin, The Four Tops, and Tina Turner.


The song features a classic Motown-inspired arrangement, with a driving rhythm section and a big, soulful horn section. The melody is simple but effective, with a catchy chorus that is easy to sing along with. The lyrics are a perfect example of the classic girl-group sound of the 1960s, with their themes of love, heartbreak, and yearning.


Here are the chords for the song, in the key of E:


Verse: E / / / E / / / A / / / A / / /
Chorus: E / / / A / / / E / / / A / / /


The song follows a standard 12-bar blues progression, with the chords changing every two bars. The verses use a simple two-chord pattern, while the chorus adds a third chord to create a more uplifting sound. Overall, "I Can't Wait Until I See My Baby's Face" is an excellent example of the classic soul and R&B music of the 1960s, with its catchy melody, memorable lyrics, and powerful vocal performances.


Line by Line Meaning

I can't wait until I see my, my baby's face
I am eagerly waiting to see my baby's face


When I tell him that I'm through
When I inform him that I am ending our relationship


Yes, I'm through with him
I am completely finished with him


'Cause he's been running round
He has been cheating on me


And I got to, to put him down
I have to break up with him


I can't wait to see the look
I am excited to see his expression


The look in his eyes
His facial expression


I wonder if he'll cry
I am curious if he will shed tears


When I tell him this is goodbye, yes it is
When I tell him that we are officially over


Or will he try to change my mind
Will he attempt to persuade me to stay?


And make me stay? yeah
Will he convince me to remain in the relationship?


Or will he turn around
Will he walk away?


And, with a smile on his face
With a grinning expression


Just walk away?
Will he simply leave?


I can't wait until I see my, my baby's face
I am eagerly anticipating seeing my baby's face


Gotta find out what I mean
I need to know my significance to him


What I mean to him
My importance to him


'Cause just one tear is all he's got to, to shed for me
If he sheds a single tear for me, I will go back to him


And I know that I will run, yes I'll run to him
I am aware that I will run back to him if he shows any emotion


I'll hold him tight
I will embrace him tightly


Never, never let him go, no-o-o
I will never let him go


You know, I just can't wait until I see my baby's, baby's face
I am eagerly awaiting to see my baby's face


You know, I just can't wait until I see my, my baby's face
I am excited to see my baby's face


I can't wait until...
I am eagerly anticipating this moment




Lyrics © MORRIS MUSIC, INC.
Written by: Jerry Ragovoy, Chip Taylor

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