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Lyrics

VERSE
That’s a little strong, so the answer right now is “no”
I have lots of time – and, of course, you do, too
Everything alive needs some time to grow
No need to rush; I do want to know you

First PRE-CHORUS
But there’s something about right now you need to hear
Don’t be discouraged; just think of it this way…

CHORUS
Tonight is not the last time your instincts won’t be right
And tonight is not the last time you’ll lose an uphill fight
But it’s also not the last time I’ll be in your sight
So, please understand, this is not defeat

VERSE
Yes, I’m sure you’re sorry; I’m not mad in the least
In fact, I’m flattered; the attention is nice
But I thought for a moment we might need a priest
You had me looking around for the bags of rice

Second PRE-CHORUS
So there’s something about right now you need to hear
Don’t be discouraged; just think of it this way…

Repeat CHORUS/SOLO/Third PRE-CHORUS
Crowded airplanes can be just a bit too cozy
You had me thinking I might should move to the wing

Repeat Chorus/TAG
You’ll see; this is not defeat

Words & Music by Don Tomlinson
UMC & SR © 2020 Solid Sterling Music (BMI)
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Mood: Encouragement in the midst of “no”...
Key: G / BPM: 140 / Length: 3:37
ISRC: QZ37R2000011
BMI: 41092955
ISWC: T9308030117