As Long As He Needs Me
Cast Of Oliver! Lyrics

As long as he needs me
I will continue to be there for him and support him

Oh, yeah, he does need me
Despite appearances, he truly relies on me

In spite of what you see
Regardless of what others may perceive or judge

I'm sure that he needs me
I have no doubt that he depends on me

Who else would love him still
No one else would love him despite the mistreatment he has received

When they've been used so ill
Even after being mistreated and taken advantage of

He knows I always will
He is aware that I will always love and care for him

I miss him so much when he is gone
I deeply long for him when he is not by my side

But when he's near me, I don't let on
However, I hide my true feelings when he is with me

The way I feel inside
My internal emotions

The love I have to hide
The affection I must conceal

The hell, I've got my pride
Despite the challenges, I have my self-respect

He doesn't say the things he should
He does not always communicate appropriately

He acts the way he thinks he should
He behaves according to his own perception of how he should act

But all the same, I'll play this game
Nevertheless, I will go along with this dynamic

His way
Following his lead and accepting his behavior

I know where I must be
I am aware of my place in his life

I'll cling on steadfastly
I will hold on firmly and unwaveringly

As long as life is long
For as long as I live

I'll love him right or wrong
I will love him regardless of his actions

And somehow, I'll be strong
I will find strength in myself

If you are lonely then you will know
Those who experience loneliness understand

When someone needs you, you love them so
When someone relies on you, you love them deeply

I won't betray his trust
I will not break his trust

Though people say I must
Despite what others say I should do

I've got to stay true, just
I must remain loyal and honest

As long as he needs me
For as long as he requires my presence and support