Looking back over my life 
I can see where I caused you strife 
But I know, oh yes, I know 
I'd never make that same mistake again 

Looking back over my deeds 
I can see signs a wise man heeds 
And if I just had the chance 
I'd never make that same mistake again 

Once my cup was overflowing 
But I gave nothing in return 
Now I can't begin to tell you 
What a lesson I have learned 

Looking back over the slate 
I can see love turned to hate 
But I know, oh yes, I know 
I'd never make that same mistake again 

Once my cup was overflowing 
But I gave nothing in return 
Now I can't begin to tell you 
Oh, what a lesson I have learned 

Looking back over the slate 
I can see love turned to hate 
But I know, oh yes, I know 
I'd never make that same mistake again