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I gave you my love
But you threw it straight back in my face
I should have known better
You're just perfume and lace
You're messing around
You're making a fool out of me
But I've had enough baby
I'm setting you free

But I gave you all the chances
I gave you all the signs
Now who's the lonely one
Were you just a waste of time
Empty promises

I remember the days
When it used to be good
We were always together
We both understand
But something went wrong
White turned to black
So I'm leaving you baby
I ain't coming back

But I gave you all the chances
I gave you all the signs
Now who's the lonely one
Were you just a waste of time
Empty promises

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seven On Jun 05, 2002

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2002-06-05 07:03:13

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by Kingofstilport

2y ago

The track here expresses the feelings of betrayal and disappointment in a relationship where one person gave their love to someone, but only received empty promises in return. They realized that despite giving multiple chances and ignored the signs, the other person took their love for granted. Leaving them feeling lonely and deceived, they decide to leave the toxic relationship knowing that trying to make it work would be futile. Ultimately, it's all about leaving a loveless relationship, where your partner is only with you for what you have, never giving affection back.

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