I was a restless river, a leaf in the breeze
She was the steady shoreline, a love that wouldn't leave
I'd chase after freedom, but I'd always fall
Forgettin' her devotion, the greatest love of all

Lord have mercy, God only knows
She hates my shortcomings, rightfully so
I have two major flaws,
I don't listen and the other I can't recall

We'd walk along the coast, the waves crashin' in
She'd pour out her heart, but I couldn't comprehend
Lost in my own world, chasin' empty dreams
While she waited patiently, for me to come clean

Lord have mercy, God only knows
She hates my shortcomings, rightfully so
I have two major flaws,
I don't listen and the other I can't recall

Now I'm learnin' to be present, to hear her speak
To face my imperfections, and be the man she seeks
'Cause life's a precious gift, each moment a new start
I'm listenin' now, to the love that fills my heart

Lord have mercy, God only knows
She hates my shortcomings, rightfully so
I have two major flaws,
I don't listen and the other I can't recall