I needed you by my side, The moment I laid my eyes, Yearning for us to betide, As I utter out my cries. I needed you by my side, Bringing comfort in my heart, When your touch warmly—confide, Grieving the thought that we'd part. I needed you by my side, Lovingly being worshipped, Be the sea bow its proud tide, Even if I'm being whipped. I needed you by my side, A selfish need that I fight, What must I do with my pride? When I crave to take your light. I needed you by my side, Taking over of your life, Like a violent rough tide, Devouring you and your strife. I needed you by my side, There is no need to decline, My love for you is a ride, I can't promise you'll be fine. I needed you by my side, Caging you with my presence, No more denying or—hide, But you strive in my absence.