Please Tell Me Why

When your smile is as sweet as sugar
But your heart is as cold as a lie
When your words are as short as stutters
I can tell there's some other guy
You say we were never meant to be
But you're forgetting more than me

So please tell me why you take the dreamboat, Baby
And sail it far away
Please tell me why you've got to hide your emotions
Please tell me why
Won't you please tell me why?
You really mystify the ones who want you home
They're out standing on the shore
It's so sad that you're not turning around
'Cause you said you don't care anymore

If you think I'm a lousy actor
Why do you stand there acting surprised?
And if you think I'm a little jealous
I'd prefer not to be analyzed
But if he mocks all you know is true
How could he want what's best for you?

So please tell me why you take the dreamboat, Baby...

I'm gonna tell that girl I miss her touch
I'm gonna say, "I never liked your new boy much
And if we part ways like a weekend fair
Please don't leave your first love there."

When your smile is as sweet as summer
Why are you walking around in the rain?
Hiding under your blue umbrella
I can see you've been crying again
To tell the world isn't down to me
I know the truth's gonna set you free
And I will pray that you might see

So please tell me why you take the dreamboat, Baby...

Recorded by Phil & John.  Lyrics by Phil Baggaley, John Hartley & Steve Taylor

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