[Verse 1] You talk in circles Tracing coffee on the table I watch your fingers Like I'm trying to read a fable You say you're “fine” But your eyes slip to the window I laugh it off Still I’m waiting for your signal [Chorus] We’re tied in the middle You and I Halfway holding on Halfway saying goodbye If you take one step I’ll take two I’m stuck in the middle Stuck in the middle with you [Verse 2] I fold my feelings In the pocket of my jacket You catch me staring Like you’re daring me to grab it You change the subject Ask me how my day has been I change the subject Ask you if we start again [Chorus] We’re tied in the middle You and I Halfway holding on Halfway saying goodbye If you take one step I’ll take two I’m stuck in the middle Stuck in the middle with you [Bridge] [Violin leans forward Slow and aching] (M) I could say I need you (F) I could say I’m scared it’s true (M) If we both stop hiding (F) Would we fall or make it through? (oh) [Chorus] We’re tied in the middle You and I Halfway holding on Halfway saying goodbye If you take one step I’ll take two I’m stuck in the middle Stuck in the middle with you [Outro] [Violin softens Almost a whisper] Just say a word Any word will do We’re tied in the middle And I’m leaning into you