If I Said I Love You

Tom Petrone’s latest single, “If I Said I Love You,” is a catchy, melodic ballad that chronicles

One man’s struggle with opening up his heart to the one he loves. In classic Petrone fashion, the song takes listeners on a memorable emotional journey, fueled by evocative melodies, silky vocals crisp, vivid images and a seductive whisper of jazz guitar, courtesy of Sean Gillen.

And, once again, the subject about which Petrone sings possesses universal appeal.

“At some point in time, in every relationship, one person has to take a chance and be the first to say those three little words,” Petrone mused. “And of course, there is always a small part of the person taking that chance that wonders how those words will be received by his or her partner.”

Petrone’s newest pop jazz creation captures all of the drama of that moment, while avoiding all the common creative trappings of similar ballads. Choosing to frame the emotionally tenuous subject matter with unbridled energy and optimism rather than the typical maudlin, gloomy dejection more commonly used, Petrone distinguishes this musical interlude from others that attempt to tackle the same issue.

“If I Said I Love You,” scheduled to be released by MP Music House on Valentine’s Day, will be available on all major platforms.