Written by Merle Haggard
C F What makes something you can't have always look so good C G7 Why does something out of reach seem so fine C F What makes you thrill me more than any girl I know C G7 C I guess it's just because you can't be mine G7 C F C Why can't I be contented with what belongs to me G7 And be satisfied with what's already mine C F What makes a stolen moment such a precious thing C G7 C I guess it's just because you can't be mine F What makes me always want a woman I can't have C G7 Why does someone else's silver always shine C F My passion rises every time you come around C G7 C And I guess it's just because you can't be mine G7 C F C Why can't I be contented with what belongs to me G7 And be satisfied with what's already mine C F What makes a stolen moment such a precious thing C G7 C I guess it's just because you can't be mine