After the Ball
Love's Patient Echo: After the Ball Reflections
Lyrics
I hear people laughing on the corner, by the square
Observing people laughing near the square
The neon flickers on my wall and I know you're out there
Aware of the presence of someone with the flickering neon on the wall
I've been in here a listening for your footsteps down the hall
Listening for the footsteps of someone in the hall
And I'll be waiting for you after the ball
Anticipating waiting for someone after a social event ("the ball")
After the ball is over, after the ball
Reflecting on events after a social gathering
If you cannot stand, I've got a place for you to fall
Offering support if the person is unable to cope, providing a place to fall
The blinds are drawn and I have turned the clock-face to the wall
Creating a private and secluded atmosphere by closing blinds and turning the clock away
I'll be waiting for you after the ball
Reiterating the intent to wait for the person
Loving you is sweet addiction, I need only you
Expressing a deep affection and dependence on the person
Just as long as you come back we'll do what you want to
Emphasizing the willingness to comply with the person's desires upon their return
Give the night your laughter but I'll have you after all
Encouraging the person to enjoy the night while expressing confidence in being together afterward
I'll be waiting for you after the ball
Reaffirming the commitment to wait for the person
After the ball is over, after the ball
Reflecting again on events after a social gathering
If you cannot stand, I've got a place for you to fall
Offering support for the person's emotional state and providing a supportive space
The blinds are drawn and I have turned the clock-face to the wall
Maintaining privacy and solitude for the awaited reunion
I'll be waiting for you after the ball
Reiterating the commitment to wait for the person
After the ball is over, after the ball
Continuing to reflect on events after a social gathering
If you cannot stand, I've got a place for you to fall
Reiterating support and offering a place to fall if needed
The blinds are drawn and I have turned the clock-face to the wall
Maintaining privacy and seclusion for the awaited reunion
I'll be waiting for you after the ball
Emphasizing the commitment to wait for the person
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