The Oscar-winning duo Alan and Marilyn Bergman , known for classics like "The Way We Were".
The lyrics lean heavily on themes of . Lyricist Marilyn Bergman noted that the frequent use of words like "might" and "if" reflects a character who is finally ready for a commitment but remains cautious. It captures the realization that the person one has been waiting for their "whole life" might finally be standing right in front of them. Chart Performance and Awards The song was a significant commercial and critical success: Stephen Bishop - It Might Be You (Tootsie) (1982)
Bishop was paid to record the track after the producers heard his signature soft-rock vocal style. Interestingly, he prepared for the recording by watching four hours of unedited footage from the film, which originally used Kenny Loggins' music as a temporary track. The Oscar-winning duo Alan and Marilyn Bergman ,