I had an inkling this was going to end in tears All the drinking - it just confirmed my fears I remember thinking God, I hope someday you'll see me Even briefly In a good light So I saw it coming But a month turned into twelve Before I thought of running Crying, Darling, save yourself! But I did nothing Hoping that you'd see me Even briefly In a good light Oh, I'll admit a moment's doubt When the candle flickered out Yeah, but wait another year Seemed such a pale idea And darling, it's dark in here God, I hope someday you'll see me Even briefly In a good light In a good light