Neko Case - Twist The Knife lyrics

Tenderly

Tenderly

Please take my breath from me

Into the fountain

And up from the graves

Tearfully

Joyfully

Burn what is left of me

I don't want these burdens

I've handsomely gained (?)

You'll be my guest

And i'll let you stay

Leave me the check

I'll pay with the rest of my life

Twist the knife

Carefully

Quietly

You took what's young from me

I didn't deserve it

I gave it away

Cowardly

Thoughtlessly

You walk away from me

And I'll tear my heart out to save you the day

You'll be my guest

And i'll let you stay

Leave me the check

I'll pay with the rest of my life

Twist the knife

Tenderly

Tenderly

Please take my breath from me

Into the fountain

And up from the graves