Story Behind The Song
Chuck's youth experience with his parents, etc.
Song Description
Looking back at past relationships that could've been so much more beneficial to all involved.
| Song Length |
3:12 |
Genre |
Pop - Rock, Rock - Indie/Low-Fi |
| Tempo |
Medium Slow (91 - 110) |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Poignant, Restless |
Subject |
Regret, Sorrow |
| Similar Artists |
Inxs, Tom Petty |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
All You Had To Do Was Ask Written by Chuck Roberts, Rick Hammond
C2006
(1st Verse)
I came home at 3am, and spun into bed.
I woke up at noon again. Not a word was said.
Pre chorus
It's a shame you missed it -- I made it so clear.
All you had to do was ask - be willing to hear.
Chorus
All you had to do was ask.
(2nd Verse)
Last night you waited for me, and I didn't show.
I was too busy with nothing - as far as you know.
Pre chorus
Chorus
(Bridge)
A cry of silence, falls on deaf ears. The wall gets higher, year after year.
When no one asks... nobody hears.
(3rd verse)
Pride is a thief my friend, and peace is so near.
When you life is over, I hope you don't hear.
Chorus