[Verse 1] He called me up just past midnight, Said, “Baby, don’t you worry none.” But my heart’s been beatin’ double-time, Feels like somethin’s come undone. I gave him all the love I had, And he’s playin’ with fire this time, ‘Cause if he walks away tonight, I’ll be leavin’ my love on the line. [Chorus] Ooh, I got my love on the line, Hangin’ on your every sign. Don’t make me wait, don’t make me cry, Boy, my heart can’t say goodbye. I got my love on the line, Can’t you hear that telephone chime? If you don’t call me yours tonight, You’ll be losin’ your love — and mine. [Verse 2] Every girl in town been talkin’, Sayin’ “He don’t treat you right.” But I keep hopin’, keep believin’, Love’s gonna change his mind tonight. I put my faith in the rhythm, And the rhythm don’t ever lie, When the record spins and my tears begin, I’m still waitin’ for your reply. [Chorus] Ooh, I got my love on the line, Hangin’ on your every sign. Don’t make me wait, don’t make me cry, Boy, my heart can’t say goodbye. I got my love on the line, Can’t you hear that telephone chime? If you don’t call me yours tonight, You’ll be losin’ your love — and mine. [Bridge] You know my heart’s a switchboard, baby, Ringin’ out your name all day! But if you don’t answer soon, I’m gonna hang up and walk away. [Final Chorus] Ooh, I got my love on the line, Every beat keeps keepin’ time. Don’t leave me hangin’ in the dark, Pick up and save this spark! I got my love on the line, And baby, this time it’s do or die — If you don’t call me yours tonight, You’ll be losin’ your love — and mine. [Outro – ad libs over fade] “Don’t you leave me, baby…” “My heart’s on the line…” “Oh, can’t you hear me callin’?…” “Love… love on the li-i-ine…”
