It Had To Be You

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The Inevitability of Love: Billie Holiday's 'It Had To Be You'

Billie Holiday's rendition of 'It Had To Be You' is a timeless exploration of love's inevitability and the unique connection between two people. The lyrics delve into the inexplicable pull that one person can have over another, despite their flaws and imperfections. Holiday's soulful voice adds a layer of depth and emotion, making the listener feel the weight of her words. The song opens with a series of rhetorical questions, highlighting the singer's internal struggle and the power that her lover holds over her. This sets the stage for the central theme of the song: the idea that some connections are destined, or fated, to happen.

The concept of fate is further explored in the lines, 'It must have been, that something lovers call fate / Kept me saying:

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