Can I lay by your side, next to you, you You told me not to cry when you were gone But the feeling's overwhelming, it's much too strong And make sure you're alright I'll take care of you Lay me down tonight, lay me by your side Yes I do, I believe That

Why didn't she tell me She didn't say a word You were the first to say That we were not ok You were the first to lie When we were not alright This was my first love She was the first to go And when she left me for you

I know you're wondering when Someday, somehow I'm gonna make it alright but not right now (You're the only one who knows that) Nothing's wrong just as long as you know that someday I will How the hell'd we wind up like this Why weren't we able To see the

But I know we're not alright I know we're not alright It's always dark as just before the light I know your silence is a deadly sound It's never easy when you're breaking down But I'll be there when you come around And everybody says they're fine