If Not With You, For You

Chris Kläfford's song "If Not With You, For You" is a poignant exploration of love, loss, and the enduring connection that transcends physical presence. The lyrics convey a deep sense of longing and devotion, as the narrator grapples with the absence of a loved one. Despite the pain of separation, there is a powerful commitment to live in a way that honors the memory of the departed. This duality of grief and hope is beautifully encapsulated in the recurring line, "If not with you then for you, my love."

The song delves into the emotional struggle of moving forward while feeling incomplete. The narrator describes the experience of living with