We both like whiskey Neither one of us can dance I got drunk and stuck in Blackpool While she was wed in Paris, France (Pre-Chorus) Her sister knew my brother And kind of knew me too We kissed a little bit too long One drunk New Year’s moons ago... (Chorus) [Wall of Sound expansion, warm layered harmonies] The only thing missing (was a love song) To play while we’re just sitting in the dark The only thing missing (was a love song) But we don't need a flame to feel the spark Yeah, it’s a long time coming And we’re doing just alright. (Verse 2) Crossing swords, paths and winks For two decades or more... Well, my kids like her kids And her kids like mine Her dog and my dog Seem to get along just fine. (Refrain) But Love’s not an option It’s all used up and gone The only thing missing Was a love song. (Instrumental Break: The Clavioline Solo) [Solo: Clavioline Organ - Playful and warm, then shifting to haunting reedy vibrato] [Accordion and Brass driving a steady, comfortable rhythm] (Bridge) Two decades of "almost" And we’ve settled in so nice We’re the best-kept secret And we don't need advice We don't need the flowers Or the lace upon the gown We’re just leaning on the rhythm In this whiskey-soaked town. (Chorus) [Full Choir, rich analog warmth] The only thing missing (was a love song) To play while we’re just sitting in the dark The only thing missing (was a love song) But we don't need a flame to feel the spark. (Outro) [Mellow and steady] The only thing missing... (Was a love song) A ghost of a melody... (Was a love song) All used up and gone Yeah, we’re doing just fine. [Final brass chord fades into a warm tape-loop hum]
