Five Candles (You Were There): Jars of Clay
A promise or a dare
I would jump if I knew you'd catch me
Staring over the edge
I can't tell if you'll be here for me
I close my eyes and make a wish
Turn out the lights and take a breath
Pray that when the wick is burned
You would say that it's all about love
(Chorus):
You were there when I needed you
You were there when the skies broke wide, wide open
You were there when I needed you
You were there when the skies broke wide, wide open
You were never here
I remember you said
Love was more than your good intentions
Empty boxes on the floor
Things I never asked you for
I pray that when the wick is burned
You would say that it's all about love
(Chorus)
And I can't see the promise of
Excuses you fall upon
I pray to God not holding on
To things you've left undone
(Chorus repeat)
You were there when I
You were there when I
You were there when I needed
Written by Jars of Clay, lyrics by Dan Haseltine
Copyright 1995 Pogostick Music (BMI)/Bridge Building Music (BMI)
All adm. by Brentwood Music Publishing, Inc.,
One Maryland Farms, Brentwood, TN 37027
All Rights Reserved. Used with Permission
