Would I Die For You?

by Raymond Schulze

In that quiet eternity afterwards, you and I as one

our souls soared the heavens, a light brighter than the sun

our bodies were still bathed in the warmth of our caress

until your innocent question brought me back in such distress

Would I Die For You?

You, who brought such passion unto this jaded man,

who built a bridge straight to my heart

and crossed that yawning span

who's piercing eyes exposed my soul

and left me so unmasked

the sweet breath that passed your lips brought terror

as you asked

Would I Die For You?

This man, who's life was so dull,

now craves each small heart beat

with you to light my days so bright

and make each moment sweet

Life is now a precious fluid and I savour every drop

and I dread the thought that such a joy should ever, ever stop

Would I Die For You?

Then I seized an answer, weak, but it would have to do

Honey, if you want it, I'd dye my hair bright blue,

I'd dye, I'd shave, I'd tease, I'd mousse, 

but on one thing I stand firm

Please never ever ask me if I would perm!

Raymond Schulze, ©1995