Why Can't He Be You?

I asked him that question.

She rests not in your arms and shoulders
But on that guy who gives her comfort
And that is not you

She smiles at his little notes posted for her
A simple 'hi' from him brightens her day
A simple 'take care' from him makes her feel
like the most valuable diamond in the world.
Unfortunately, those words don't come from you

Wait a minute though, I know you say those words
I know you say 'hi' and 'take care'
Maybe they just don't come out right
Maybe you just don't sound sweet enough when you say it
Why don't you try to be like him man

I have to agree with her though that the simple things matter
A simple gesture means more than treasure
Too bad you ain't for it
Too bad you are not the man for it
Too bad you are not him

Why can't you be the man she seeks
Why can't you be the man to complete her
Why can't you be the man to love her
She won't let you

Why can't he be you?