The Waiting

The speaker describes an intense, joyful relationship that feels unlike anything he has known before. He contrasts this happiness with earlier romantic experiences that left him disappointed. The mood is excited and affectionate, but the repeated refrain introduces strain: something important is still unresolved, and enduring the delay tests the couple’s patience.

“Take it on faith” suggests trusting without knowing exactly what will happen. “Take it to the heart” means feeling the situation deeply, not treating it as a small inconvenience. The image of getting “one more yard” each day suggests slow progress toward a goal, while “one more card” may imply that each day reveals another part of an uncertain situation. The “bleeding heart” and “crying fool” express a willingness to be emotionally vulnerable.

The lyrics leave the reason for the waiting unclear. It might involve a relationship moving toward a hoped-for future, or simply a difficult period the couple must get through together. The speaker’s reassurance—asking the other person not to let the wait overwhelm them—shows care, but also hints that waiting could become painful. His confidence in their love sits beside uncertainty about when, or whether, the desired outcome will arrive.