I know it's late But I had to tell you what's been on my mind It's been so long Since I held you close and looked into your eyes Refrain: I know that lately it seems That time has pa**ed us by But boy I promise That our love will make it right Chorus: (But the next time I hold) The next time that I hold you in my arms (The next time I touch) I've been longing boy, yes I'm longing for your touch (The next time I kiss) Let me taste the sweetness of your lips on mine (The next time is for you) The next time's all for you I hope you know this love we have is true Come close to me Let me show you that my heart is yours to keep No, baby no, don't you hesitate This time you'll feel the warmth of our love In my embrace I know that lately it seems That time has pa**ed us by But boy I promise That our love will make it right (But the next time I hold) The next time that I hold you in my arms (The next time I touch) I've been longing boy, yes I'm longing for your touch (The next time I kiss) Let me taste the sweetness of your lips on mine (The next time is for you) The next time's all for you I hope you know this love we have is true (But the next time I hold) The next time that I hold you in my arms (The next time I touch) I've been longing boy, yes I'm longing for your touch (The next time I kiss) Let me taste the sweetness of your lips on mine (The next time is for you) The next time's all for you I hope you know this love we have is true