Surely I Can’t Wait

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Truth is that I’m better off I know
But I can’t stand the pain
You rake yourself across the coals
Then you start a love song
I give up, I give in
End result: I find that I’m competitive
Shave my head and off I go
Lookin’ like a lost cause

But could you be the one
Right away
Surely I can’t wait for another

I can’t stand the pain
Accurate, if on the nose
Something about a backbone
I give up, I give in
I resolve: I’ll try to be a better friend
Hand upon the collarbone
Waiting for the applause

So could you be the one
Right away
Surely I can’t wait for another

Please please, one more time

I can’t stand the pain
Sing along in monotone
It’s just another love song
I give up, I give in
Signing off - It’s tired and repetitive
Place one hand upon the phone
Swear I’m not a lost cause

So could you be the one
Right away
Surely I can’t wait for another
So could you be the one
Sign your name
Surely I can’t wait
Be the one
Right away
Surely I can’t wait for another
Surely I can’t wait for another

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from Strange Disciple, released September 15, 2023

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