I used to run around with that kind
I remember being attracted to them
I never understood what it all meant
I never took the time to think about it
I just remember chasing after them
I’ll never get over the small town girls

They used to light up the night, so bright
You could make magic in the moonlight
They’d love you, they’d break your heart
No matter what, they’re loyal from the start
They would always have your back, in the end
If you were betrayed, you always had a friend

Small town girls, they’re girlfriends, best friends
You grew up next door to them, such sweet gems
Sharing secrets, riding all the back country roads
Making out, as the 4th of July fireworks explode
Friday night football games, they never get old
Giving her your jacket, when she starts to get cold

Still to this day, I’m 100% dedicated, that will never change
Small town girls have my heart, I know it sounds strange
But if you never lived in a small town all your life, my friend
There’s nothing else like it in the world, I don’t mean to offend
I’m sure the big city has some amazing girls, the suburbs, too
But the small town girls, they’re worth it, and always pull through

Looking at you tonight, I feel blessed
How did a guy like me, end up with you?
I can’t figure it out, you have me hooked
Wherever you go, I’ll be right by your side
Never worry about being alone, in this world
I’ll always be there for you, this… I promise

Sometimes, I may not show my true feelings
But know this much, I love you beyond words
I get lost, trying to find the right thing to say
I stumble and feel like part of me begins to fall
Your beautiful smile knocks me off my feet
I feel at times, I’m not worthy of your love

As I lay down to sleep, I pray for your safety
I never want to lose what we have, together
I don’t think I could ever be with anyone else
We have too much history together, too much love
Since day we met, I’ve become a better person
Not out late, drinking with the guys, spending cash

So when I say you’re the one I want to be with
Know that I really mean it, know it’s not some lie
You keep me strong, when I hit my weakest point
Just knowing you’re by my side, I’m not scared
I can be myself, never having to show off to anyone
You see me for who I am, and love me just the same

Looking back at those football games
I remember the rush from the crowd
The charge that it drove right through us
****, that's something I haven't felt in years

I ran into an old friend, from our high school days
We started talking about being on top, and having it all
I look back now, wishing I could have some of that now
Because I'm sitting here, wishing I had asked her out

Everyone thought I had it all, but I was missing one thing
I was really wanting to ask her out, but couldn't do it
I just felt out of her league, there was no point in asking
I'm the type with a fragile heart, I'm so afraid of rejection

I was a happy guy back then, don't get me wrong
I had a lot going for me, and our team was strong
The girls I dated, just used me to show off to friends
I felt miserable, all I wanted was a real girlfriend

When I see her now, still looking beautiful as ever
It dawns on me, how my feelings haven't changed
Now that I finally have the courage to finally speak
Is it too late? Do I stand a chance? All I want is her.

A high school crush from 20 years ago
I just wish it hadn't taken so long
Because I feel like I've wasted time
Just hope it was worth it, in the end

I tried to love you, but you shut me out
You said I wasn’t enough, for your future
I was willing to give up my dreams, for you
But it seemed like that wasn’t enough, you left
I tried everything, to show how much I cared
You pushed me away, refusing to see the truth

I’m sorry you’re too blind too see what you lost
If only you listened to me, and gave me a chance
You could’ve had the boyfriend you always wanted
From what I can tell, you just weren’t satisfied with me
My friends told me I was wasting my time, being with you
I gave you everything I had, yet it didn’t make you happy

Was I a fool for believing in you? I just don’t know
Maybe I felt you were lost, and needed me to be there
But I realized later on, you had all these other plans
Sadly, none of them included me, so I was left behind
My heart was ripped to shreds, without any notice
Leaving me to pick up the pieces, in a world of pain

Put your arms around me, never let go
Tonight we’re going down this winding road
I’ve got all I need right here, tonight
If you agree to come along and make this right

My life has been lonely for too **** long
My heart has been beaten and trying to hold on
You don’t know how close I’ve come to giving up
The pain hurt too much, I had more than enough

Then I saw you walk into my life, on that summer day
You turned my life around, I had better things to say
I knew there was something about you, yet to see
I was so glad you took that chance, to be with me

So as I pack the last of my things, and ask one more time
Will you come with me, ride with me, forever be mine?
The road gets lonely, and together we could do more
This could open so many options, who knows whats in store

I sit here in my apartment, on a Sunday morning
Completely hung over, without a **** warning
Last night was brutal and harsh, it wasn’t kind
Things went to ****, I was drunk out of my mind
Lost my girlfriend of 15 years, that evil *****
Cheating with my best friend, he’s not even rich

I never saw it coming, I’ve been so busy as of late
Working to pay the bills, it’s getting old at this rate
The social life is something I try to make time for
I feel like here lately, the battle is a never-ending war
My friends want me to go out, every Friday night
But I’m sick of them starting a ******* fight

I need to break from the pack, start finding new friends
Looking at the last few years, I need to make a cleanse
As I sit here and try to make sense of every **** thing
It’s a struggle, it’s nothing but stale beer and nicotine
The pain has sent me into this spiral, I’m freaking out
Not really sure if I can go on, I really have my doubts

When you feel like the walls are closing in, don't be scared
When you feel like the waters are about to take you under, don't panic
When you feel the road you're on is coming to an end, don't worry
Just remember this, I promise to always be there, no matter what

When things get the better part of you, call my name
When you're feeling like you can't go on, I'll be there to help you along
Don't feel embarrassed, never feel ashamed
I'll always be there, and respect you just the same

Take my hand, I promise I'll never let you go
If I hold on too tight, please let me know
Your pretty smile brightens my day, it helps my heart heal
I want you to know my words are true and sincere