She knew they were too young back in '82,
But love seemed true in their innocent hearts.
What should have united them for eternity
Was cut short by tradgedy.
Money was scarce,
problems were not.
At 17 they thought love could help them through the tough times,
But even love couldnt save him
that fatal night.
Chorus'
Lord she needs him now
more than ever before.
She needs him to hold her close
and tell her everything is gonna be alright
Lord keep him safe above
Cause she needs him now.
Over the years she has watched
the faceless men file by
looking for the one who can make her love again.
On her finger is a single gold band
that makes most men look once
and then again
before picking her up.
They don't seem to realize
that all she is good for is a one night stand.
They don't know that while her body is next to them
Her heart and soul is above with him.
Repeat Chorus
Lord please keep him safe in your arms.....
'Cause I need him now......
Smiling at the man holding her hand,
Knowing this was the last time she would be his,
Walking her down that aisle,
He hands her over,
But, not before he reminding her,
Chorus'
Darling,
Keep on holding on
To all we share.
I may not be here with you,
But you can be sure,
That as long as I have you
I'll keep on holding on.
She hugged him tight and wiped the tears from her face,
'cause once again he was leaving her alone.
He could see the pain in her eyes,
not hidden by the smile she wore,
As he stroked her hair,
he whispered to her,
Repeat Chorus'
Standing by the bed
An old woman holding on to her man.
Knowing that this time he is leaving
And not coming back
Fighting back the tears
As he whispers in her ear,
Repeat chorus
As long as I have you....
I'll keep on holding on....
C)1998
