Water Runs Dry

Boyz II Men

We don't even talk anymore
And we don't even know what we argue about
Don't even say I love you no more
'Cause saying how we feel is no longer allowed

Some people will work things out
And some just don't know how to change

Let's not wait till the water runs dry
We might watch our whole lives pass us by
Let's not wait till the water runs dry
We'll make the biggest mistake of our lives
Don't do it, baby

Now, they can see the tears in our eyes, yeah
But we deny the pain that lies
Deep in our hearts
Well maybe that's a pain we can't hide
'Cause everybody knows that we're both torn apart

Why do we hurt each other?
Why do we push love away?

Let's not wait till the water runs dry
We might watch our whole lives pass us by
Let's not wait till the water runs dry
We'll make the biggest mistake of our lives
Don't do it, baby

Some people will work things out
And some just don't know how to change

Let's not wait till the water runs dry
We might watch our whole lives pass us by
Let's not wait till the water runs dry
We'll make the biggest mistake of our lives
Don't do it, baby


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    This song is about two people who split up and have yet to rectify what broke them up in the first place. The persona is coming upon a moment of realization that if they don't attempt to fix this, then they could regret it terribly.
    jesterboneson December 10, 2007   Link
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    omisoul!!! I must say...i've only heard this song recently, like 3...5 months ago, but the first time I heard it I was just in awe, it's amazing how the words came together with the beat/tune...amazing, gave me goosebumps. haha...boyz II men rox!
    pureOwTkAsTemotionon July 20, 2002   Link
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    This is like all of Boys to Men's songs very meaningful, they always seem to tell story's the best they can in their songs, Usually their songs are about relationships as are most artists. They just seem to pull it of so beautifuly! they may be old school, HA, they are comming out with a new album soon too, but anyway, they may be old school but they are really really good old school!!!!!!! many memories!!
    Stephion October 16, 2002   Link
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    I love this song. i've loved it forever. Boyz II Men rox!!!!!
    zacsteron March 18, 2003   Link
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    man,what the hell's going on?why hasn't anyone commented on this kick-ass song?Boyz II Men are truly gifted musician's.some great times listening to II in this house.
    Get Born Againon June 16, 2004   Link
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    This is definately one of, if not my favourite boyz 2 men song! what a beatiful tune to break up to, eh..?
    shoesannaon December 22, 2004   Link
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    This is definately one of, if not my favourite boyz 2 men song! what a beatiful tune to break up to, eh..?
    shoesannaon December 22, 2004   Link
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    i love this song. i remember it from when i was like, five or something. i like how sad it sounds.
    angeleyes07on February 25, 2005   Link
  • 0
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    "We might watch our whole lives pass us by " ..true meaningg i heart this songg and heart boyz ii men =]
    SeReNiTyYon March 27, 2005   Link
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    This is an amazing song. I still listen to this almost everyday. Boys II men are some of the most amazing song writers ever. This is one of the best break up songs to cry to.
    anotherlostsoulon June 18, 2006   Link

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