Like You'll Never See Me Again

Alicia Keys

About Like You'll Never See Me Again

"Like You'll Never See Me Again" is a song by American singer-songwriter Alicia Keys from her third studio album As I Am (2007). Written and produced by Keys and Kerry Brothers, Jr., it was released in November 2007 as the album's second single. The song was first heard on October 25, 2007 on Atlanta's V103 WVEE radio station. Upon its release, the song peaked at number twelve on the Billboard Hot 100 and became Keys' second consecutive R&B chart-topper, remaining atop the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart for seven weeks. It was ranked number forty-seven on Billboard's Top Hot 100 Hits of 2008. The song went on to replace her single "No One" at number one on the US R&B/Hip-Hop charts. In 2008, the song won two NAACP Image Awards for Outstanding Music Video and Outstanding Song, and an ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Music Award for Top R&B/Hip-Hop Song. 


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2007
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If I had no more time
No more time left to be here
Would you cherish what we had'
Was it everything that you were looking for? 
If I couldn't feel your touch
And no longer were you with me
I'd be wishing you were here
To be everything that I'd be looking for
I don't wanna forget the present is a gift
And I don't wanna take for granted the time you may have here with me
'Cause lord only knows another day is not really guaranteed

So every time you hold me
Hold me like this is the last time
Every time you kiss me
Kiss me like you'll never see me again
Every time you touch me
Touch me like this is the last time
Promise that you'll love me
Love me like you'll never see me again

Oh oh oh

How many really know what love is'
Millions never will
Do you know until you lose it

That it's everything that we are looking for
When I wake up in the morning
You're beside me
I'm so thankful that I found
Everything that I been looking for

I don't wanna forget the present is a gift
And I don't wanna take for granted the time you may have here with me
'Cause lord only knows another day is not really guaranteed

So every time you hold me
Hold me like this is the last time
Every time you kiss me
Kiss me like you'll never see me again
(Can you do that for me baby)
Every time you touch me
(See we don't really know)
Touch me like this is the last time
(See everyday we never know)
Promise that you'll love me
(I want you to promise me)
Love me like you'll never see me again
(Like you'll never see me again)

Oh oh oh oh oh

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Alicia Keys

Alicia Augello Cook (born January 25, 1981), known by her stage name Alicia Keys, is an American R&B singer-songwriter, record producer and actress. She attended Professional Performing Arts School and graduated at 16 as valedictorian. Keys released her debut album with J Records, having had previous record deals first with Columbia and then Arista Records. more »

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Written by: Alicia Augello-Cook, Kerry Jr. Brothers

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave

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12 facts about this song

Songwriter and Performer
Alicia Keys herself wrote and performed the song "Like You'll Never See Me Again." She co-wrote it with her long-time partner Kerry "Krucial" Brothers.
Album Appearance
The song is the second single from Alicia Keys's third studio album, "As I Am," released in 2007.
Chart Performance
It climbed to number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it one of her most successful songs.
Award Nominations
“Like You’ll Never See Me Again” received two nominations at the 2008 BET Awards for Best R&B Song and Video of the Year.
Music Video
The music video for the song features actor Common. It evokes strong emotions as it presents the story of a couple facing a life-and-death situation.
Critical Acclaim
The song has been praised by critics for Alicia's vocal performance, the heartfelt lyrics and its emotional depth.
Song Meaning
"Like You'll Never See Me Again" is a powerful ballad about cherishing every moment with your loved ones and living like there's no tomorrow.
Inspirational Song
This song is said to be an inspiration for many people to value their relationships and never take anything for granted.
R&B Influence
This song further cemented Alicia Key's position as a leading artist in the contemporary R&B genre.
Certification
The song was certified platinum for selling over one million copies in the United States.
International Appeal
Although it achieved the greatest success in the United States, it also charted in several other countries, including the United Kingdom, Australia, and Japan, proving Keys's international appeal.
Live Performances
Alicia Keys has included “Like You’ll Never See Me Again” in the setlist of her performances at several major events and concerts.

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