I've always had the upper hand where our love was concerned But now you've upped and left me and I think it's time you learned If you're not back here in my arms by the time I count to ten Well, I'll wait just a little while, then I'll count again When you were mine I had you like a puppet on a string So now you'd better listen 'cause I'll tell you one more thing If your lips aren't next to mine by the time I count to ten Well, I'll wait just a little while, then I'll count again I'll count the lonely hours I spent 'cause I was blind I'll count the things I'll do to make you change your mind I'll give you love and kindness and I'll buy you presents too I'll try so hard to always make you happy when you're blue So if you're not back here in my arms by the time I count to ten Well, I'll wait just a little while, then I'll count again Yes, I'll wait just a little while, then I'll count again