Never Knew You Well - Walter Trout

You told me once you don’t believe in heaven

And livin' here on earth it must be hell

You told me all you really need is money

But you got nothing left to sell

You lifted up a bottle and you drank it and you fell

And it occurred to me I never really knew you well

I never knew you well

I know you don’t like seeing other people

You spend your time sailing on the sea

That’s the only place you feel protected

That’s the only place you can find some peace

I know you carry memories, secrets you can never tell

And you always kept your distance, so I never really knew you well

I never knew you well

I remember back when we were children

It was me and you against the world outside

But as you grew I watched you fill with anger

You got overcome with bitterness and pride

I think of all you stole from those who love you

I remember all the times you lied

I wonder what became of the friend I used to know

Back before the love in you had died

I never knew you well

I never really knew you well