As It Should Be

I close the door
Shut out the lights
Stand in the darkness till everything's right
Stand by the bar
I pour a drink
Stare in the corner and try not to think
I see your eyes
Staring in silence
I call you softly
And beg you to stay

As it should be
As it should be
You're still here with me
As it should be

The phone never rings
The night never ends
The path to my door won't be darkened again
I close my eyes
But I never sleep
I lie awake in fear
Of dreams that may creep (ch)