When I say I love you, do you know what I mean'
Alicia Marguerite, do you know what I mean'
When I say I love you.

I love you means holding your hand when you cross the street
Sharing a prayer when you've got a need
Wiping your tears when you start to cry
Finding the answer when you question why

When I say I love you, do you know what I mean'
Alicia Marguerite, do you know what I mean'
When I say I love you.

I love you means bicycle rides on a sunny day
Going down slides as we run and play
I'll be right here when you need me, babe
Holding you near if you should feel afraid.

When I say I love you, do you know what I mean'
Alicia Marguerite, do you know what I mean'
When I say I love you.

I love you means showing the way you may know the Lord
Proving my love to you more and more
Giving my time, listening when you say
Just what's on your mind, and teach you how to pray

When I say I love you, do you know what I mean'
Alicia Marguerite, do you know what I mean'
When I say I love you.

Lyrics Copyright 1983 Phil Keaggy