I could give her the respect she deserves
  But I can't cos I'm crippled with nerves
  Just to take in my arms, hold her tight
  But I'm sorry, I'm shaking with fright
  
  I could touch her
  I could tell her
  I'm a very lucky fella
  I'd cancel all proper reserves
  But my hope is all gone
  Got the fears coming on
  And I'll die cos I'm crippled with nerves
  
  How I wish she'd ask for a smile
  She won't, I tremble a while
  She's gone to my luck and my shame
  Silly trying to stifle the pain
  
  Could have touched her
  Could have told her
  The weight is on my shoulder
  My sadness my purpose deserves
  And the day turns to grey
  The pain turns this way
  I'll die cos I'm crippled with nerves