Loyal
Bic Runga/Dave Dobbyn/Tim Finn Lyrics

I can't remember last time I thanked you,
I unintentionally kept my distance for so long that I can't even recall the last time I expressed my gratitude to you.

Keeping my distance unintentionally.
I didn't mean to keep away from you for so long, it happened unconsciously.

Too close for comfort, just ain't close enough.
Even though we feel very close to each other, it still feels like we could be closer.

If I could have more time we would brainstorm.
Given more time, we could brainstorm and come up with great ideas together.

And I love you tender, but we must walk away,
I have affection for you, but we need to part ways.

Keeping you on my greeting card file.
I still hold you in high regard, as evidenced by the fact that I remember you on special occasions.

And if it were different did you know it ain't?
If things were different, do you realize that they still wouldn't be perfect?

Let's get on with it love
Let's move on, my dear.

And call me loyal I'll say you're loyal too.
If you call me loyal, I'll return the favor and describe you the same way.

I know you're loyal I feel your loyal truth,
I can sense your unwavering allegiance.

And call me loyal I'll hold you loyal too,
If you say I'm loyal, I'll maintain that loyalty in return.

And we are loyal, keep it that way
Our loyalty should be preserved.

Out in the battle, flung far and used.
Amidst the hardships, we've been pushed to our limits and worn out.

Where does allegiance lie?
In the midst of all of these struggles, where do our loyalties lie?

Sometimes when all of your hopes, and all of your dreams,
Occasionally, when all of your aspirations and goals seem too difficult to realize,

Are too much to value in one moment.
It's hard to fully appreciate them all in a single moment.

And all of us anxious, but why hurry love?
While we may feel anxious, there's no need to rush our love.

History's here and now.
Our history is happening right now, in the present.

Oh and why are you waiting waiting for what?
What are you waiting for?

The history of some love?
Are you waiting for the opportunity to have a love story like those of the past?

And we are loyal - haven't you known me long enough girl?
We've known each other for a long time, and our loyalty should be unquestionable.

If I could see your heart right now,
If I could only understand your true feelings in this moment,

Maybe there'd be a change or two.
Perhaps a few things could be different.

Loyal! I will say you're loyal too!
I will acknowledge and affirm your loyalty as well!

I know you're loyal I will feel your loyal truth,
I'm positive that your allegiance is unwavering and true.

And call me loyal I will hold you loyal too,
Name me as loyal, and I'll remain devoted to you as well.

And we are loyal, keep it that way baby
We hold steadfast to each other, and that should never change, my dear.

Keep it that way baby,
Hold fast to our loyalty, my dear.

Keep it that way now!
Our unwavering dedication to each other should continue from now on!