Have mercy on me – denied myself the treatment I need
And it’s more than just lovin’: I need to learn to love myself
Have pity on me – declared myself a grown man at twenty-three
But I was just a baby on my mama’s bended knee

When I fall behind, then I can see
That you keep coming back for me
I need you to have pity, have mercy

Now, I’ve spent several days in bed, feeling sorry for this life I’ve led
But I am learning to accept that instead, I’m surrounded by folks that love me

Havе patience with me – I mеan well, but that don’t mean
That I have not hurt you in my silence and my greed

When I fall behind, then I can see
That you keep coming back for me
Have patience, have pity, have mercy

When I fall behind, then I can see
That you keep coming back for me
Have patience, have pity, have mercy