My dear you cannot go your way and leave your love behind For that's a game that two can play and very soon you'll find If I must toe the mark then you must walk the line If I can't play around you can't step out and shine I'll tell you now because a stitch in time saves nine If I must toe the mark then you must walk the line This little game of love sweetheart has rules you know for two And what you think applies to me is good enough for you If I must toe the mark then you must walk the line If I can't play around you can't step out and shine I'll tell you now because a stitch in time saves nine If I must toe the mark then you must walk the line The golden rule is good enough now that I can't deny But you just try to strut your stuff and watch my colors fly If I must toe the mark then you must walk the line If I can't play around you can't step out and shine I'll tell you now because a stitch in time saves nine If I must toe the mark then you must walk the line If I must toe the mark then you must walk the line If I can't play around you can't step out and shine I'll tell you now because a stitch in time saves nine If I must toe the mark then you must walk the line