What You're Trying to Say

I don’t know what you’re trying to say.

I read and reread your words but I still don’t get it.

I know you’ve got some teeth gritting troubles.

And I know you could use a friend.

But I can’t put my finger on it.

I don’t know what you’re trying to say.

And I’ve got my ear to the key hole

And I’m writing down the things your saying

Adding and subtracting, multiplying and dividing

But I was never good at math.

And the picture these words paint are blurry and dark

And if I could see clearly for once in my life

I’d help you.

But I can’t understand what you’re trying to say.

So I’ll sit here at your ceaseless wandering feet

And listen to the words you form into these clouds.

Should you need me I’m right here.

I’m here to help.

But I can’t understand what you’re trying to say.