[Intro – slow, romantic instrumental]
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[Verse 1]
The stars were shining when I met you,
The night was soft, the moon was high,
You whispered words so sweet and tender,
But they were just a lullaby.
[Pre-Chorus]
I gave you all my heart could hold,
But you were distant, you were cold…
[Chorus]
Why oh why, couldn’t you love me?
Why oh why oh why, why oh why?
Why did you leave me dancing alone?
Why oh why, why oh why?
[Verse 2]
I see your shadow in the window,
Each time the evening lights go low,
I still remember how you kissed me—
Then turned away so long ago.
[Pre-Chorus]
The jukebox plays our favorite tune,
But it’s just me here in this room…
[Chorus]
Why oh why, couldn’t you love me?
Why oh why oh why, why oh why?
Why did you leave me dancing alone?
Why oh why, why oh why?
[Bridge]
Maybe someday you’ll remember,
The girl who loved you true,
But when you reach for me, my darling—
I won’t be waiting for you…
[Final Chorus]
Why oh why, couldn’t you love me?
Why oh why oh why, why oh why?
You broke my heart, and now I’m gone—
Why oh why, my love, goodbye.