Why Do Lovers Own Each Other? - The Lemon Twigs

Why do lovers own each other?

Like a piece of land

If you could never hold another

Then you’ll understand

They wonder what to do

So far away from you

And try to fit the best they can

And when they’re feeling down

They see if you’re around

To talk to them and lend a hand

Here’s a letter I remember

Writing just for you

Will we ever be together

One instead of two?

I wonder if we will

The thought is nice but still

I haven’t had the time to plan

We met and it was nice

And thanks for the advice

But I’m a red-blooded man

I could never do whatever

Impulse led me to

I’ll take measure over pleasure

Old instead of new

I love your loyalty

The 'us' and not the 'me'

But barriers are far too bland

I’m living every day

So why should I not play

When I’m loving you the best I can?

Why do lovers try and offer

Everything they’re worth

They try and get as close to holy

As they can on earth

They try and get as close to holy

As they can on earth