If I Only Had Time - Joe Longthorne - MP3 instrumental karaoke

"If I Only Had Time" is a romantic ballad popularized by New Zealand singer John Rowles in 1968. This song stood as his inaugural UK release, impressively climbing to number 3 on the charts. In 1993, English singer and impersonator Joe Longthorne recorded a heartwarming rendition of "If I Only Had Time" featuring a gospel choir and a sax solo. It was included on Joe Longthorne's third studio album I Wish You Love, which reached number 47 on the UK charts. Its roots trace back to the French ballad "Je n'aurai pas le temps," penned by Pierre Delanoë and Michel Fugain, and melodiously brought to life by the latter in 1967. The transition from French to English was handled by lyricist Jack Fishman, with Mike Leander's production and arrangement under the guidance of manager Peter Gormley. The song's theme, exploring the nostalgia of fleeting time and the yearning for more, is wrapped in a lush, orchestral sound that mirrors the emotion in its poignant lyrics.