Intro
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Verse 1
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You can't ask a tree to blossom if it isn't spring
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Don't leave the house at midnight and expect the birds to sing
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If you're looking for a reason, you needn't even try
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Sometimes, it's time to let a good thing die
Verse 2
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You can't conjure up more money if you've only got a dime
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No use praying for your younger days if you're running out of time
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You can take a horse to water, but you can't teach fish to fly
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Sometimes, it's time to let a good thing die
Verse 3
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You can't light a fire from nothing, or clap and make snow fall
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You can't summon love up in your heart if it isn't there at all
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Life isn't like the movies, but it sure will make you cry
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When it dawns on you it's time to say goodbye
Instrumental
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Verse 4
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You can't drum up the heartbeats of loved ones come to pass
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Stop wishing for forever 'cause nothing ever lasts
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If it's keeping you from sleeping, wipe the tear from your eye
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'Cause sometimes, it's time to let a good thing die
