The Black Dog

I stepped outside into the night
I heard a familiar bark
A sharp intake a sallow fright
Alone now in the dark

The air went cold, I felt a chill
I sat alone, my body still
So close to me I felt him lay
I couldn't stroke him, he ran away

The most striking hound you could ever see
I hoped he'd make some time for me
But I couldn't give him what he needed
No matter how I begged or pleaded

The darkest dog had set me free
And yet I don't know how to be
I thought you led me my faithful friend
It was you and me until the end

His face turned back as I sat alone
On the step leading to unknown
With eyes that dazzled as I grappled
I stumbled before I fell

He wiped his tail in his bounding gale
I called him back in a yell
He bolted faster than he came
I was alone now with my hell

Oh darling pet my only bet
To understand my self
You have left a void, I'm so annoyed
Who I am now, time will tell

You fabulous beast with your silky coat
You wore me oh so well
My darkest hour, your finest power
Without you, can I excell

All was left was a ball just bouncing
I could throw it now without it returning
The leash lay empty, I felt so hollow
My black dog was gone, I knew not to follow

And although we had the closest bond
It wasn't his fault he didn't respond
Our walk of darkness was the coolest blue
The black dog left me alone, he'd found someone new