(1)Verse 1: Sam You've been waiting much too long now It looks like she's not coming home Sam You've been loyal True and faithful All this time with being alone. If I could get that same dedication I'd give you everything in creation If she doesn't come back... (2)Chorus: I'll be your substitute Whenever you want me (oo-hoo) Don't you know I'll be your substitute (don't play second A chord here) Whenever you need me (3) Verse 2: same chord progression as Verse 1 (4) Repeat chorus (5) Middle Eight: Each day by your window you sit and sigh Hoping to see her face Oh, you might as well forget about her And find someone to take her place (If she doesn't come back...) (6) Repeat chorus to fade