Just Out of Reach

I want a love that's mine all mine, all the time
I want a love that's mine all mine, all the time

You keep it just out of reach
Makin' it here seems such a cinch

You keep it just out of reach
I'll protect you, girl I never will neglect you
I want a love that's mine all mine
You keep it just out of reach
I sit alone and wonder why
I want a love that's mine all mine
You keep it just out of reach
Of the gutter-dwellers, them pretty fellows

But soon she'll smell the stench
I will make your heart sing, my love
Is there someone out there who wants to try
I want a love that's mine all mine, all the time
I want a love that's mine all mine
Just slip on this ring and
I want a love that's mine all mine

She arrives all bright-eyed and bushy-tailed
I want a love that's mine all mine
You keep it just out of reach
Sweet love just pass me by
Oh but soon, soon the tears will swell

But you keep it out of reach
I want a love that's mine all mine