2nd to N♡ne

[Intro] (Scat vocalizations by lead singer, echoed softly by backup trio. Electric bass, brushed drums, and reverb-drenched piano set the mood) [Verse 1] Midnight whispers, coffee's getting cold Watch the clock hands, stories left untold Moonlight paints the sidewalk, soft and blue But I don't mind, honey, just waitin' on you 'Cause you're a prize worth holdin', through the slow and fast Your best things, darlin', built forever to last First hello, last goodbye, and every in between Worth every quiet moment, every silent scene [Chorus] (Lead vocal powerful, slight distortion on "b*****g") Don't need more in love, no, we got the best right here! (BG: The best!) Tenderness like mornin', attention crystal clear! (BG: Crystal clear!) Turns to loyalty, respect runnin' deep! (BG: Oh so deep!) Laughin' 'til we're cryin', secrets that we keep! (BG: Yeah we keep!) Lookin' for it everyday, under this sun! Our most meanin' time, baby, second to none! (BG: Second to none!) [Verse 2] Early dawn light creeps across the floor Hear your key turn, openin' the door Tired eyes meet mine, a weary smile you give That simple connection, makes this whole life live Your funny stories, your serious mind A perfect balance, one of a kind Through the crazy hours, the calm and the fray I'm right here waitin', come what may [Chorus] (Lead vocal powerful, slight distortion on "fire") Don't need more in love, no, we got the best right here! (BG: The best!) Tenderness like mornin', attention crystal clear! (BG: Crystal clear!) Turns to loyalty, respect runnin' deep! (BG: Oh so deep!) Laughin' 'til we're cryin', secrets that we keep! (BG: Yeah we keep!) Lookin' for it everyday, under this sun! Our most meanin' time, baby, second to none! (BG: Second to none!) [Bridge] (Lead vocal softer, more intimate, BG harmonies swell) Some folks search a lifetime, never find this gold This easy comfort, this story to be told A safe harbor, baby, when the world gets rough This kind of real love, sure is more than enough (Lead vocal builds intensity) More than enough... yeah! [Sax Solo] (Warm, crunchy, full-toned tenor saxophone solo. Soulful, slightly technical runs, exploring key changes over the bed of soft drums, walking upright bass, piano chords with reverb, and muted trumpets/sax with chorus effect. Violins swell subtly with hall reverb.) [Chorus] (Lead vocal full power, soaring with distortion on "b*****g" & "fire", BG harmonies strong) Don't need more in love, no, we got the best right here! (BG: Got the best!) Tenderness like mornin', attention crystal clear! (BG: Crystal clear!) Turns to loyalty, respect runnin' deep! (BG: Runnin' deep!) Laughin' 'til we're cryin', secrets that we keep! (BG: Secrets we keep!) Lookin' for it everyday, under this sun! Our most meanin' time, baby, second to none! (BG: Second to none! Oh yeah!) [Outro] (Lead vocal ad-libs soulfully over BG harmonies: "Worth the wait... every single moment... yeah... my prize...") (Piano begins a distinct, technical run – rock and roll/swing influenced but blending seamlessly with the jazz feel. Upright bass and soft drums continue underneath. Fades out naturally over ~15 seconds).