"Real Life Angel" lyrics

Your sick little face looked into my eyes
And I didn't know what to say
But I'd really prefer if you didn't die
And you said you'd try your best that day
I told you to stare at the trees and the sun
And the hope they bring to the table
But it was all in vain
You said all kind of strange things
Like you were ready to meet a real life angel

Can't you see what I see, baby
You're still a child
A young woman maybe
Don't leave me to meet some spirit
From where I stand I'm looking at it

A real life angel
Don't need wings, for me to know
You're a true archangel
Don't need halos
For me to see what I truly see
A real life angel

I banish all your tears
They're not welcome in this town
If I could I would go back in time
And kill anyone that hurt you
Or steal you and hide you
I'd try to show you the jokes I've learned
To show life doesn't need to be so painful
But you had made up your mind
You were saying all kind of strange things
Like you were ready to see the pearly gates open

Can't you see what I see, baby
You're just a girl
A young woman barely
Don't ditch me to meet some cherub
Can't you see your own reflection

A real life angel
Don't need wings for me to know
You're a true archangel
If there's one thing I'm sure
The afterlife is a bore
So stay a real life angel