Lyrics

People make the world go 'round
People need each other
People, people, people
People, I feel smothered!
I get claustrophobic when everyone joins hands
I love humanity; it's just people I can't stand

I love with an asterisk
No matter how hard I try
Love with an asterisk
Some restrictions may apply

They help me find my car-keys
They help me find my voice
Wish I didn't need them
But I don't have a choice
They give their all, but then they start to make demands
I love my friends; it's just company I can't stand

Except for you
For you are good and kind and sensitive and strong
Beautiful and confident when you're completely wrong

Love you with an asterisk
I am yours conditionally
Love you with an asterisk, darling
If you'll put up with me

I had a conversation
with the keeper of the clue
Said, "I get a lot of inquiries
from people just like you.
Seeing you in my mirror is harder than I'd planned.
I love humanity, it's just people I can't stand.

I love with an asterisk
Here's a little hint
Love you with an asterisk
Better read the fine print.

Love you with an asterisk, people
Better read the fine print."