It's taken me some time to read the writing on the wall
   But I have finaly figured out just what's been going on
   And I need to tell you what I've learned before you turn to go
   There's things about that other man I think you should know
   The man that came between us was looking out for number one
   He didn't care how bad he hurt you by the selfish things he'd done
   But looking in the mirror, today, I finally came to see
   That man that came between us was me
  
   I know I'm sorry don't make up for half the tears you've cried
   And I can't promise miracles but I swear to God I'll try
   'Cause if you'll give me half a chance I'll love you like I should
   Honey, your lovin' man's come home again
   And that stranger's gone for good
  
   The man that came between us was looking out for number one
   He didn't care how bad he hurt you by the selfish things he'd done
   But looking in the mirror, today, I finally came to seed
   That man that came between us was me
  
   Oh honey, the man that came between us was me