Shed a tear 'cause I'm missing you, I'm still alright to smile Girl, I think about you every day now Was a time when I wasn't sure, you set my mind at ease There ain't no doubt you're in my heart now Said, woman, take it slow, it'll work itself out fine All we need is just a little patience Said, sugar, make it slow, we will come together fine All we need is just a little patience I sit here on the stairs, I'd rather be alone If I can't have you right now, I'll wait, dear Sometimes it gets so tense, I can't speed up the time But you know, love, there's one more thing to consider Said, woman, take it slow and things will be just fine If you and I just use a little patience Said, sugar, take the time, 'cause the lights are shining bright You and I got what it takes to make it Oh Mm-hm I've been walking the streets at night Just trying to get it right Hard to see with so many around You know I don't like being stuck in the crowd And the streets don't change, but maybe the names You know I ain't got time for the game 'cause I need you Yeah, I need you Said, woman, take it slow, it'll work itself out fine All we need is just a little patience Said, sugar, make it slow, we will come together fine All we need is just a little patience