Somewhere deep in the middle of the night, lovers hold each other tight. Whisper in their anxious ears, words of love that disappear.

Louisiana rain now is falling just like tears. Running down my face washing out the years.

I fought for you. I fought too hard.

Louisiana rain is soaking through my shoes. I may never be the same when I reach Baton Rouge.

And this time I forget to slip into your slumber The light is on the left side of your head And I'm standing in your doorway And I'm mumbling and I can't remem…

and you kissed me shy as though I'd never been your lover

Body, remember not only how much you were loved, not only the beds you lay on, but also those desires glowing openly in eyes that looked at you, trembling for …