All of the wisdom in the world Won't help me to make a decision Words of comfort ease the way But if only I'd learn to listen Carefully bound in self control I'm deaf to the voice of reason Things I have lost are retrievable If only I'd learn to listen If I'd only learn to listen Troubles abound my pride ridden life Solutions are always near me Advice I am offered I consistently refuse If I'd only learn to listen If I'd only learn to listen, life would be easy If only I'd learn to listen