I wanted to be the one,
who could hold you so completely
love you so fully
keep you safe in my heart
protect you, care for you
forever and ever and into the abyss

But you wouldn't let me
didn't realize what you were fighting
what you were really giving up
when you left and forgot to return

I could've loved you
and baby I would've loved you
better
and stronger
than anyone could prove possible
no matter
mother, lover, or friend

I could have loved you better
But even though you said
you were ready for real life
you're not

No, your young heart can't take
the power of a love like mine