[Verse 1]
Well, you'd think by now my reckless days were over
That running with the crowd would wear me out
With one woman in my pocket and another by my side
Tell me why you love me, baby, tell me why

[Verse 2]
I've put you in a place that's not so easy
Even made you watch me tear your feelings down
But it leaves me with a question that's unanswered in your eyes
Tell me why you love me, baby, tell me why

[Chorus]
Now once again, I'm making you this promise
That I'm gonna keep my love out of the streets
And with all of your heart, you're gonna try to keep me honest
Tell me why you love me, baby, tell me why

[Instrumental Break]

[Verse 3]
When you look at me, girl, tell me what you're seeing
What do you see beyond these shallow lies?
You're so close to the truth, but still you go on believing
Tell me why you love me, baby, tell me why

[Chorus]
Now once again, I'm making you this promise
That I'm gonna keep my love out of the streets
And with all of your heart, you're gonna try to keep me honest
Tell me why you love me, baby, tell me why

[Outro]
Tell me why you love me, baby, tell me why
Tell me why you love me, baby, tell me why