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Lyrics

[A different version of this song may be found in Americana III.]

VERSE
I guess everything is meant for the brain
Except a minor detail the brain can’t figure out
Yeah, there’s one thing it can’t explain
And that’s whether to live with or without

VERSE
I know you’re wantin’ me to commit
It’s all that could keep us apart
But the only way to know that the pieces fit
Is to leave the mind behind and engage the heart

CHORUS
(Yes) This is a matter for the heart to decide
If it’s love it won’t be denied
I’ll know when my fate is cast
I’ll know whether this will last
This is a matter for the heart to decide

VERSE
I feel my brain growin’ weaker as we speak
It may be dead by this afternoon
I feel my heart kickin’ in, my knees gettin’ weak
I think we’re gonna know the answer real soon

Repeat CHORUS/BRIDGE
You got there quicker than me
But I’m tryin’ my best to catch up

SOLO/Repeat CHORUS/TAG
Yes, this is a matter for the heart to decide

Words & Music by Don Tomlinson
UMC © 2019 Solid Sterling Music (BMI)
SR © 2022 Solid Sterling Music
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Mood: Resolving indecision...
Key: E / BPM: 135 / Length: 3:18
ISRC: QZ37R2200001
BMI: 18292494
ISWC: T9155610836