[Verse 1]
You’re up before my alarm
Coffee
Towel
A joke in your hand
You roll your eyes when I’m sharp-tongued
Still you run my bath
You understand
You’re folding clothes on my floor
Steam on the mirror
You hum
Lacing up my tangled shoes
Like it’s nothing
Like it’s fun
[Chorus]
You’re my right hand man
In a world that takes and takes
Holding me up when I’m half-awake
You’re my right hand man
When I’m mean
When I’m a mess
You still call me your safest bet
You give ’til your own cup’s dry
I can see it in your tired eyes
You’re my right hand man
Let me be yours tonight
[Verse 2]
You’re laughing off overdue bills
Passing your plate
You say you’re full
You serve seconds to everyone else
Go home hungry
But never pull
You hide your hurt in a smile
Say “I’m fine
Don’t make a fuss”
But I hear the break in your voice
When the room’s too loud for just us
[Chorus]
You’re my right hand man
In a world that takes and takes
Holding me up when I’m half-awake
You’re my right hand man
When I’m mean
When I’m a mess
You still call me your safest bet
You give ’til your own cup’s dry
I can see it in your tired eyes
You’re my right hand man
Let me be yours tonight
[Bridge]
This time I’ll wash your hair
This time I’ll tie your laces
You’ve carried both our cares
I’ll carry you through your dark places (yeah)
You don’t have to be so strong
Lean on me for once
Just once
[Chorus]
You’re my right hand man
In a world that takes and takes
I’ll be the one who keeps you safe
You’re my right hand man
When you’re broke
When you’re worn thin
My door
My arms
Always let you in
You give ’til your own cup’s dry
I’ll pour it back
I swear I’ll try
You’re my right hand man
Let me be yours tonight (oh)
You’re my right hand man
Let me be yours tonight