Promise me you'll never leave
And yet, you have to go
Either way, I know I'll grieve
Either way, tears will flow

Promise me you'll never leave
And yet, you have to go
Pack your bags, and then deceive
And leave me in the snow

Promise me you'll never leave
And yet, you have to go
I can't pretend to be naïve
You'll be hurt, I know

My dear, I know I'm selfish
I pray the pain is numb
And though soon I will perish
You were always the one

Promise me you'll never leave
And yet, you have to go
You try to mask your disbelief
As I surrender to the foe

Promise me you'll never leave
And yet, you have to go
I'll stay here in eternal sleep
As you carry on alone