Music | Be Fair With Me Baby By Billie Holiday

“Don’t threaten me with love, baby. Let’s just go walking in the rain.” ― Billie Holiday

In honour of Jazz diva, Billy Holiday’s 100th birthday this week, instead of sharing poetry, here’s a little music to brighten your day. Click the Spotify player to have a listen or click here, and scroll down for the lyrics.

Be Fair With Me Baby

I’m helpless without you, baby

I’ve almost lost my man

Yes, helpless without you, baby

I’ve almost lost my man

I’m blue and confused

Since you left me behind

My friends all know it, baby

The tears, I cannot hide

My friends all know it, baby

The tears, I cannot hide

You’ve changed, you’re dispositioned

And throw my love aside

Be fair with me, baby

Our love can start anew

Please be fair with me, baby

Our love can start anew

I’m blue and helpless, baby

And I’m worried over you

Yes, I’m worried

I’ve got the helpless blues.

Songwriters: Darnell Ravon, Edward Mesner.