You stop stopping by to say hello
You started starting up each time I phone
I only call when I get the blues
You think at least I could turn to you
But I'm sure your heart is breaking too

It's getting better every day
I still reserve the right to complain to you
That being said I rarely do
You left me with nothing left to lose
But I'm sure your heart is breaking too

I see you find the way to pass the time
"You'd like him, he's a lot like you"
I didn't see you getting saddled up so soon
"Babe, I know you'll find somebody too"
Maybe another week to recoup
"It's never easy but I'm sure we'll make it through"
Yeah, I'm sure your heart is breaking too

I can't imagine how hard it's been
On second thought you don't seem to give a shit
You claim your pain but where's the bruise?
Yeah, I'm sure your heart is breaking too


Lyrics submitted by Godhates, edited by Mellow_Harsher

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    devilnevercare, maybe you're thinking of "your bruise" by death cab for cutie? kind of the same sentiment... 'you say you're hurting, but i don't see any proof.'

    i saw the good life last night and during this song, tim shook his head really hard screaming "no you fuckin' don't!" during the "i'm sure your heart is breaking too" part. fantastic!

    mikion November 04, 2007   Link

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