I'm always open to criticism; when I can understand it, it becomes more useful.
The first verse is a setup for the rest of the song. (He confesses) Every second line rhymes. They said what I wanted to, and they rhyme. smile
Disbelief or disgust could have worked, so does defeat. Each person reacts in their own way.
Why would "cold" tears be better? When you're embarrassed, face goes red and hot. Tears sizzle? Poetic license.
The whole premise of the lyric is that he should have moved on, he's being unfair to his new lady, but he can't help loving the one he cheated on.
It's an immature and hurtful attitude he's displaying.

I appreciate you taking the time to weigh in, you gave me lots to think about.
-Mike