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Blues for an Imaginary Valentine Lyrics by Fred Hersch

The AIDS Quilt Songbook

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How ironic
That I should be the one to go
Before you
How ironic
For years
I read the many notices
Dreamt of being survived by my longtime companion
Not facing this alone
How ironic
Now that I know love
And have found feelings long buried
And strength unknown
I know the greater love
Is to survive
Not to abandon
But to be abandoned
How ironic
Through loss
We discover
True love
Now I grieve
Not for myself
But for you whom I leave behind
And for you who must face death alone

About “Blues for an Imaginary Valentine” by Fred Hersch

Read the complete lyrics to "Blues for an Imaginary Valentine" by Fred Hersch from the album "The AIDS Quilt Songbook". On Lyrks you can follow along with the full text, explore the artist's discography, and discover related songs. The track is often categorized under Pop.

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"Blues for an Imaginary Valentine" is credited to Fred Hersch. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.

"Blues for an Imaginary Valentine" appears on "The AIDS Quilt Songbook".

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