Cross my heart...

Cross my heart

and hope to die

stick a needle in my eye

wait a moment,

I spoke a lie

I never really

wanted to die.

but if I may

and if I might

my heart is open

for tonight

though my lips are sealed

and a promise is true

I won't break my word

my word to you.

Cross my heart

hope to die

stick a needle in my eye.

a secret's a secret

my word is forever

I will tell no one

about your cruel endeavor.

you claim no pain

but I see right through

your words in

everything you do.

teary eyes

broken heart

life has torn

you apart

Cross my heart

hope to die

stick a needle in my eye

I loved you then

I love you now

I'll still love you

though I'll break my vow.

I can't hold this secret

any longer

it's hurting you

not making you stronger.

You're my friend

so I'll risk your respect

by hurting you

I can protect

I'll save yourself

since you will not

you might hate me

but I'll give it a shot.

I'm willing to risk

our bond that we own

so long as you're safe

you won't be alone.

Cross my heart

hope to die

stick a needle in my eye

break my promise

tell a lie

save my friend

though, maybe it's 'bye.

If you want to know if your friend will 'keep your secret' - try first, keeping it to yourself.