Intro
F – A# – F - A#
F A# F A#
I told them I take photos for this magazine.
F A# F F
They let me in to see you comb your hair.
A# C F
I watched for signs as I came through that door.
A# C F
The anxious eyes that I’ve been waiting for.
A# C
It's no use hoping I’m a dream.
Chorus:
F
Oh Marliese
A# C F A# C
The waiting almost brought me to my knees.
F
Oh Marliese
A# C F A# C
You didn’t really think I’d leave you in peace.
Intro again
F A# F A#
It's no use crying out ‘cos they can’t help you now.
F A# F F
You're forced to hear the words I have to say
A# C F
I saw your face when I was taken down
A# C F
You seemed so pleased, you’re not so happy now
A# C
It's your turn to be afraid
(chorus x 2)
F A# F A#
So where’s the smooth composure of the movie star
F A# F F
You must have played this many times before
A# C F
Do I see tears? Well surely that’s not true
A# C F
Don’t kid yourself, it’s not worth hurting you.
A# C
But remember when you try to sleep.
(chorus)