An apology to an ex-lover, 30 years overdue.
Story behind the song
Carrying a torch for someone for 30 years is a bit too much. But it's hard to forget someone that was the best relationship you ever had.
Lyrics
VERSE:
Well I went and crossed that line – again this time.
I went and shared too much from my heart.
So much time has passed - within your mind.
But for me it seems we’ve never been apart.
I can’t help - just how special you were
And how you were the only one ever for me
But I don’t need for you to remember
Just forgive and forget……Everything about me.
CHORUS:
Forgive and forget me
And get on with your life
You won’t miss or regret me
Not in this life time.
Forgive and forget me.
Like you never knew my name.
You should never get to see.
This old man crying in the rain.
VERSE 2:
They say that time heals - all painful wounds
But I don’t know if that’s always true
‘Cause I could live another - century or two
And still feel the pain of losing you.
I can’t tell you how perfect you were
No other woman ever came as close as you.
Maybe you’ll understand my hung up behavior
Forgive and forget me…. And my singular truth.
CHORUS:
Forgive and forget me
After you understand why
Don’t miss or regret me
We’ve already said our goodbyes
Forgive and forget me
Time to put out this old flame
You’ll never get to see
A shadow of a man who believes he’s to blame.