I Paid It All~

Moonlight on your worn-out shoes… Mm~ you said “ladies first,” while hiding all your nerves too~ Black roses resting on your dash, You fix your sleeves and try to act classy fast, You rehearse compliments in your head… While worrying ‘bout the bill instead. You talk like some midnight prince, Cheap cologne and confidence, But every time the waiter walks near— I can feel your panic appear. I just smile and look away, Quietly make everything okay, Slip my card before you see… And let you keep your dignity. Oh darling, isn’t it sweet? You’re trying so hard just for me~ You say, “A queen deserves the best…” And give me all you have left. Take me out, spin me around, Gothic love in this neon town! You call me “angel,” call me “doll,” Never notice I paid it all~ Midnight flirting, nervous eyes, Pretty boy who always tries, And somehow every date goes right… Like magic every night. Bought one rose from the corner stand, Held it carefully in your hand, Said, “I know it’s not that much…” But I melted at the thought and touch. You check your phone when I don’t see, Doing quiet math anxiously, While I excuse myself with grace… And clear the check before you’re back in place. Then you laugh all relieved and bright, Thinking fate is on your side tonight, You say, “Wow, that worked out somehow…” Baby, you’re adorable now. Oh darling, isn’t it sweet? You’re trying so hard just for me~ You give me every ounce you’ve got… Even when it’s not a lot. Take me out, spin me around, Gothic love in this neon town! You call me “angel,” call me “doll,” Never notice I paid it all~ Velvet shadows, arcade lights, Holding hands through rainy nights, You think luck is on your side tonight… But I just treat you right. You don’t need movie-star wealth… I kinda like your awkward self~ The way you try so desperately… Is sweeter than luxury. So keep pretending, if you want… I’ll play along all nonchalant, You protect my heart with pride… While I protect yours behind the side~ Take me out beneath the moon, Promise me forever soon! Hold my hand with nervous grace… While I secretly pay the place~ Dark romance and neon skies, Soft blush hiding in your eyes, And if you wanna stay my type tonight— Just keep trying tonight~ Hehe… You still think you’re unbelievably smooth… Don’t worry… I’ll never tell you.