Five Candles Lyrics

A promise or a dare
I would jump if I knew you'd catch me
Staring over the edge
I can't tell if you'll be here for me

I close my eyes and make a wish
Turn out the lights and take a breath
Pray that when the wick is burned
You would say that it's all about love


Chorus:


You were there when I needed you
You were there when the skies broke wide, wide open
You were there when I needed you
You were there when the skies broke wide, wide open


You were never here


I remember you said
Love was more than your good intentions
Empty boxes on the floor
Things I never asked you for
I pray that when the wick is burned
You would say that it's all about love


[chorus]


I can't see the promise of
Excuses you fall upon
I pray to God not holding on
To things you've left undone


[chorus x 2]


You were there when i
You were there when i
You were there when I needed you

Jars of Clay - Much Afraid

Sep 1997

1. Overjoyed
2. Fade To Grey
3. Tea And Sympathy
4. Crazy Times
5. Frail
6. Five Candles (You Were There)
7. Weighed Down
8. Portrait of An Apology
9. Truce
10. Much Afraid
11. Hymn