Chuck Melugin Poet Lyric

On My Knees

Silently, a teardrop streaks
And falls on her suitcase
Quietly, I turn to see
A broken heart, there on her face

Patiently, she looks at me
As if she needs to hear
Anything, just anything...
To make over...easier

Finally, the silence speaks
That dreaded word...goodbye
Instantly, oh I can see
Leaving...in her eyes

Hopefully, the heart in me
Is begging me to say
Anything, just anything
To make her want to stay

I'm on my knees, just look at me
My pride's thrown out the door
A part of me, the heart of me
Her final walk across the floor

Her mind's made up, my words won't come
I can't pretend that I don't care
I'm on my knees, down on my knees
But I haven't got a prayer

I'm on my knees, still on my knees
But I haven't got a prayer

Written by Chuck Melugin

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John Hamilton August 3, 2017 at 11:29 AM This lyric is sooo good Chuck, I just discovered your lyrics, I thought I was the only one, you definitely have a talent for songwriting, do you write the music too! I give this one an A for awesome! Chuck Melugin August 4, 2017 at 11:47 AM Thanks so very much, John. We have songwriting in common. I can't get away from it. Muse can be a pain in the butt or an Angel on the shoulder......kinda like life. My best to you, chuck

Vladislav Raven May 25, 2017 at 7:23 PM Hi Chuck, another excellent Lyric my friend. The emotion in your words does touch the heart so easily. The words play on the readers heartstrings. One can easily picture the scene through your emotional words. A tear to fall as the end comes. Your words truly sing my friend. This has to be a seven and a fave Chuck. I love the cont of this piece. Your Friend always....Mike. Chuck Melugin May 25, 2017 at 8:43 PM Thanks so much Mike. I stand in awe of your review. Please accept my heartfelt appreciation for your kind words and most of all, for your friendship. My best to you and yours, chuck

Carole Duet March 25, 2017 at 5:32 PM Hey Chuck! I read your reply and I see what you mean...i.e. not using 'leaving' twice. However, how about using the word, 'going', instead of 'over'? It just seems to me it would make more sense. Just my opinion though. It's still a great poem either way. Chuck Melugin March 26, 2017 at 9:04 AM Thank you Carole. I like "going". I also thought about, " to make heartbreak.....easier. What do you think?

D.W. Rodgers March 22, 2017 at 8:04 PM This rings true, well sung. Chuck Melugin March 26, 2017 at 8:58 AM Thank you Dave, I sure appreciate it! My best to you, chuck

Carole Duet March 18, 2017 at 12:36 AM This is really good, Chuck. I like it a lot but I have a suggestion: In the 2nd verse, last line...what about changing the word "over" to "leaving". It seems to me it would still be a great song with that small change. It's so sad and so many people could relate to it. Chuck Melugin March 18, 2017 at 8:32 AM Carole, Thanks so much for taking the time to comment. Your point is well taken. I had used "leaving" in the following stanza. Maybe it would work well in both. I so appreciate your input and wish you the best, chuck

Joanna Daniel March 7, 2017 at 8:54 AM Touching lyric, Chuck:) Chuck Melugin March 7, 2017 at 12:12 PM Thanks, Jo. It is a lyric to a song I wrote several years ago. My best to you, chuck

John Herlihy February 3, 2017 at 3:15 AM A very touching, heart-felt poem, yes, enough to bring one to one's knees. JH Chuck Melugin February 3, 2017 at 8:31 AM Thank You John. I appreciate those words. My best to you, chuck

Eve Roper February 2, 2017 at 10:04 AM Beautiful lyric all I can say is WOW! Chuck Melugin February 2, 2017 at 10:28 AM Thanks so much Eve. Your comment is greatly appreciated! My best to you, chuck

Richard Lamoureux January 27, 2017 at 9:03 AM The last sixth stanza and last two lines are so perfect and fraught with emotions. A perfect conclusion to a masterful write. Chuck Melugin January 27, 2017 at 11:37 AM Wow! Thanks so much Richard, Those words, coming from you just made my day!! My best to you, chuck

Akkina Downing January 26, 2017 at 11:14 AM Silent teardrop for this deep heartfelt piece. Beautifully written, I love it... Chuck Melugin January 26, 2017 at 12:26 PM Thanks so much Akkina for the wonderful comment! My best to you. chuck

Paulette Calasibetta January 23, 2017 at 6:32 AM Wow, Chuck, this is so moving, you've beautifully touched that place we all have been.....this should be a song! Beautiful!

Paulette Calasibetta January 23, 2017 at 6:32 AM Wow, Chuck, this is so moving, you've beautifully touched that place we all have been.....this should be a song! Beautiful! Chuck Melugin January 24, 2017 at 11:54 PM Thanks Paulette, I appreciate your response, my best, chuck

Adeniji Toluwalope Gideon January 23, 2017 at 6:27 AM Great emotional poem! Well crafted, Chuck. Chuck Melugin January 24, 2017 at 11:52 PM Thank you so much Adeniji. My best, chuck

Connie Marcum Wong January 21, 2017 at 5:00 AM When it's over, it's over. I can relate. Raw and real Chuck. Very moving! 7 ; ) Chuck Melugin January 21, 2017 at 8:25 AM Thanks, Connie I so appreciate your comment my friend! Best to you, chuck

Paul Callus January 20, 2017 at 12:39 PM These lovely, sad lyrical words are already worthy of a suitable prayer, Chuck. A final goodbye can be so painful! // paul Chuck Melugin January 20, 2017 at 5:31 PM Thanks Paul I appreciate your words. My best to you, chuck

Andrea Dietrich January 19, 2017 at 9:31 PM very sad one. I love how you repeated the ending part. It really drives the point home!! Chuck Melugin January 19, 2017 at 10:24 PM Thanks very much, Andrea. My best to you. Chuck

Demetrios Trifiatis January 19, 2017 at 4:56 PM Sentimentally powerful and beautiful dear, Chuck! Wonderfully written! Chuck Melugin January 19, 2017 at 5:08 PM Thank you Demetrios. I so appreciate your words. My best to you, Chuck

Anne-Lise Andresen January 19, 2017 at 1:59 PM - A beautiful and touching poem, Chuck - hugs // Anne-Lise :) Chuck Melugin January 19, 2017 at 5:05 PM Thanks so much Anne-Lise! Stay warm in Norway! My best to you. Chuck

Tim Smith January 18, 2017 at 5:44 PM Excellent write Chuck...very smooth Chuck Melugin January 18, 2017 at 8:16 PM Thanks Tim Your comments are appreciated. Chuck