He loves

With sweetness and sincerity

While she can only pretend

He caresses her hair

(Thinks to himself) Such a lovely face

Gives his entire self

(Shares his secrets)

But it's all in vain

His love for her drowns him

In a sea of denial

Her fear of being alone

Will it keep her there?

He loves with sweetness and sincerity

While she may only pretend

He loves with sweetness and sincerity

While she may only pretend

The morning comes

(He reaches out) To feel her warmth

She pulls away

(He closes his eyes)

He's so ashamed

He's poor in all but truth

But what a fool is he

To wish for wine in her empty kiss

He loves with sweetness and sincerity

While she may only pretend