• The petals of a red rose dance in the soft wind,
    As I walk down a trodden and dismal path
    I recall my past with every step I take
    My love... who got the last laugh?


    Years ago, I soothed you
    Years ago, I promised
    Years ago, I held you
    Years ago, I loved you


    Years ago, I watched in anguish as you sighed your last breath
    I held you in my arms and you lay there, stiff and dead
    A nightmare that became a reality, something I hoped would never come to pass
    Because it filled my very veins with a leaden dread, cold and steadfast


    Years ago, I fought against my heartfelt love for you
    Never thought I would have to bid you adieu
    And I force my feet to move
    Nothing else to lose


    I'll never be the same now that you're gone
    Already feel cold, alone, and withdrawn
    Don't watch over me now, not like this
    'Cause I can still feel your kiss... your weak and bloody lips


    Kneeling, facing your gravestone
    A rose clutched in my hand
    Its petals black and slowly wilting
    A reminder of what I once had


    I set it down gently, but the petals crumbled to ash
    I whisper a simple: "I love you"
    But you can't hear me, can you?


    Years ago, I held you close
    Years ago, I prayed
    You were so very dear to me
    And I'll still love you, come what may


    Sat there for hours, staring ahead
    My eyes bloodshot and wistful
    With a bittersweet smile, I stand up and walk away
    I'll still love you, come what may