Oh, For Love!

I was told that through surrender nothing ever had to die
But the moment flags were raised, a storm of fire filled the sky
In smoke and ash we all were slaughtered
Young and old, both you and I
Left to bleed out on the altar by the love for which we fight

Oh oh oh oh

All these worn, cold chains that I found wrapped about my feet
I was told would be removed if I'd exchange the heart of me
but when all I'd become was taken, I was torn and left to bleed
I sold my soul to buy redemption; but redemption murdered me

Oh my, how I will always remember

Feeling for the first time and falling for miles

I will wait for you, I will wait for you, I will wait for you, my Desire...

Hope in little, trust in nothing is what we swear to say
But the moment that these ghosts arise, we're called into their graves
As the weak men - ever stumbling, now the strong become the same
at the promise of affection by a soft, familiar face

Oh, for love I've been abandoned
Oh, for love I've been redeemed
Oh, for love I've been a captive
Oh, but love it ransomed me
Oh, for love I've been a fighter
Oh, for love I've known defeat
Oh, for love I've stood an anchor
and have been brought to my knees
Oh, for love I've wandered miles
Oh, for love I've stood my ground
Oh, for love I've offered mercy
Oh, for love I've been shot down