Tenderly

Tenderly

Please take my breath from me

Into the fountain

And up from the graves



Tearfully

Joyfully

Burn what is left of me

I don't want these burdens

I've handsomely gained (?)



You'll be my guest

And i'll let you stay

Leave me the check

I'll pay with the rest of my life

Twist the knife



Carefully

Quietly

You took what's young from me

I didn't deserve it

I gave it away



Cowardly

Thoughtlessly

You walk away from me

And I'll tear my heart out to save you the day



You'll be my guest

And i'll let you stay

Leave me the check

I'll pay with the rest of my life

Twist the knife



Tenderly

Tenderly

Please take my breath from me

Into the fountain

And up from the graves