“If You Care”

Oh when the day comes,
fate follows closely.
Hear how the rain falls:
sound of the pounding of my heart.

The words leave my lips in wilted
roses. I can’t help but imagine
the fear in your smile, the tears in your eyes
as it all fades to black.

And I know this world isn’t perfect,
but I hope this conversation
makes the pain worth it.
All that I ask of you is to listen.

Carry the memory;
Hold it close, then you’ll see
all of the good in me.
What I need is for you to
take a step back,
watch as the mask falls
down, down, down.

Don’t tell me we’re broken,
moments stolen from reminiscence.
Take all your prayers,
turn them into love and blessings.
Two simple words
can shatter every looking glass,
as it all fades to black, and I know.

Yes I know this world isn’t perfect,
but I hope this conversation
makes the pain worth it.
All that I ask of you is to listen.

And I know this world, it ain’t perfect,
but I hope this conversation
makes the pain worth it.
All that I ask of you is to listen, and listen.
Love me for me,
take all the time you need.
I’ll be the same,
there’s no-one to blame.
Won’t you stay by me…

Written, arranged, performed, recorded, mixed, and mastered by Christina Li

Credits
Violin: Joe Wang
Viola: Joe Wang
Electric bass: Joshua Oduro
Music consultants: Thomas Bergeron, Sam Watson