[Verse 1]

I can hear the clock ticking in the dark, Feel the space between us falling apart. I reach for your hand, but it’s cold tonight, And I wonder if I should hold on or say goodbye.

[Pre-Chorus]

If there’s love left, baby, just say the word, Don’t leave me guessing, don’t leave me hurt. I’ve been holding on, but I can’t hold alone, So tell me, do I stay or do I go?

[Chorus]

Tell me to stay, tell me to fight, Tell me our love is still burning bright. Give me a reason, give me a sign, Or I’ll walk away, I won’t cross that line. I can’t be the only one holding the weight, So tell me to stay… or let me break.

[Verse 2]

Every “I love you” fades like a ghost, And I’m reaching for someone who’s not even close. I see your lips move, but the words never come, So I’m standing here begging, but maybe we’re done.

[Pre-Chorus]

If you need me, baby, just say the word, Don’t let silence do all the work. I’ve been patient, I’ve been strong, But I won’t beg for love that’s gone.

[Chorus]

Tell me to stay, tell me to fight, Tell me our love is still burning bright. Give me a reason, give me a sign, Or I’ll walk away, I won’t cross that line. I can’t be the only one holding the weight, So tell me to stay… or let me break.

[Bridge]

I won’t scream, I won’t cry, But I won’t stay here paralyzed. If you love me, say it now, Or I’ll turn away somehow.

[Chorus]

Tell me to stay, tell me to fight, Tell me our love is still burning bright. Give me a reason, give me a sign, Or I’ll walk away, I won’t cross that line. I can’t be the only one holding the weight, So tell me to stay… or let me break.

[Outro]

Tell me to stay… Or let me go.

© 2026 Thomas Bruggemann, Heartfelt Lyrics