[Verse 1]
When you walked out of my life, I didn't think that I'd survive
My hope was growing dimmer day by day
But much to my surprise, Lord, I made it out alive
And my world is looking anything but gray

[Chorus]
I came through with flying colors
A little black and blue from the wear and tear
But love got the best of me and I turn green with jealousy
When you made it crystal clear you did not care
I came through with flying colors
My eyes are red from cryin' the whole night through
I should win the Purple Heart 'cause you tore mine all apart
But I came through with flying colors after losin' you

[Instrumental Break]

[Verse 2]
Yes, I've got a yeller streak 'cause I know your place is weak
And I still get pale whenever you're in sight
I may shade out of my mind, oh but I'm not color blind
'Cause I've learned that love ain't only black and white

[Chorus]
I came through with flying colors
A little black and blue from the wear and tear
But love got the best of me and I turn green with jealousy
When you made it crystal clear you did not care
I came through with flying colors
My eyes are red from cryin' the whole night through
I should win the Purple Heart 'cause you tore mine all apart
But I came through with flying colors after losin' you
[Tag]
I should win the Purple Heart 'cause you tore mine all apart
But I came through with flying colors after losin' you