Well he drinks to much and he hits you And he don't treat you right You never know just when it will start But there's one beating that will comfort you And cause you no pain Darling, it's the beating of my heart Darling, it's the beating of my heart That's what sets your man and me apart No more need to dial 911 when the beating starts Because darling it's the beating of my heart Oh all the neighbors, they are talking
It's not like they are blind They can hear the yelling and screaming after dark But if his beating you Is causing you to live your life in fear Then darling here's the beating of my heart Oh, Darling it's the beating of my heart Yes, that's what sets your man and me apart No more bruises and black eyes to hide When you're shopping at K-mart Because darling here's the beating of my heart