Written by John Jackson
The night is young, the champagne is bubbling, here’s to the long view
The room’s aglow; the candles are flickering, on and off
As we talk, we reminisce of good old days, sublime, to pass the time
But as we dance, your eyes cannot meet my gaze, head held down
Another man might stay the course, another man might fight remorse
Another man might accept this decree
Another man might persevere for year after year, but not me
The meal is served, but I cannot taste it, no flavor to savor
Another glass, I don’t want to waste it, I need to wash it down
Another man might be denied, another man might swallow pride
Another man might remain a devotee
Another man might find a way to deal day-to-day, but not me
Yes, another man may be just what you need
Another man well-equipped to succeed
Who never complains when he hands you the reins
And is more than obliged to concede
Another man might stand a chance if that other man won’t take a stance
His simple plan is to wait endlessly
But I doubt a man can last that long
He will see that he’s been wrong like me, just like me
The night is old, lights out and voices fade
Still, so still
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