Can I Have This Dance?
Can I have this dance?
Just for one song.
It's just that I've been dancing alone-
For a time, way too long
I've watched from the side lines,
So I think I know the move.
Give me this one tiny chance,
Just so I can learn how to improve.
Give me your hand-
And we'll go to the dance floor,
But remember go slowly-
As I've never danced before.
If you think this song is too fast,
You should listen to my heart.
A thousands words I'd like to say,
But not one is a good place to start.
I'm sorry I just stepped on your foot.
I'm sorry that I'm no good.
I'll make sure to practice and get better.
I know I have to, yes I should.
I'm sorry but this position is awkward-
Where do I place my hands?
I've never been in someone's arms before,
And I'm sorry if I ruin your plans.
What if we just stand apart?
Dance together, but we don't have to touch?
Well that's no excuse to call me a prude,
Yeah, I think that was a little too much.
Why don't we just take this time,
To get to know one another?
I'm sorry I'm not your easy prey,
No, I'm not the girl you can just smother.
Hey there buddy, I asked for a dance,
Did I ever ask for a kiss?
The thought is too much, feeling rather uneasy,
I'm not ready for the next step, like this.
The song is almost over
So can I please have this dance?
If it won't work with you,
I'm afraid I'll never get another chance.
Never thought that I'd hear that
"It's not you, it's me."
Truth is you didn't want to be trapped,
You wanted to be free.
Now the song's over,
They played the last note.
You leave and I say bye,
With a lump in my throat.
Can't find a person,
Who'll be okay to just wait.
Sorry that I can't kiss you
On our first date.
I can't force you to wait,
I feel bad for making you take it slow.
I know I'll never find a date,
These are all facts I know.
But even people who feel or think like me,
Deserve a fighting chance.
So, hey strangers like me,
Can I have this dance?
