A story about a shot in the dark
A man and woman with bright red spark
From the beginning
She knew what she was giving
It was nothing but her lonely heart

Girl I wish there was a way
For me to take away the pain
But you know
I can't stay


I promised her everything would be okay
But with grim eyes she'd see me
As I looked away
Oh father, please tell me now
What should I do
When these drugs start to fade
(She's still too young for you)
Please don't take her with you
Take my life in her place


Girl I wish there was a way
For me to take away the pain
But you know
I can't stay

Now their eyes all, but grey
Slowly close and pray
Please take her with you
It's a slim chance she'll make it through
It's a slim chance, she'll make it

You Can't make me let go of this hope
There's a chance i'm willing to take
Father God oh i beg won't you please
Save this life that you're willing to take

She will make it through


Girl I wish there was a way
For me to take away the pain
But you know
I can't stay