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]         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 x 2]         You were there when i   You were there when i   You were there when I needed you