Well it took a long time but you've finally worn out your smile
That's when I knew it
I've run outta bar a time?

You always used to say that you could learn a lot through wasting time
And that if you look hard
You'll see yourself in your lovers eyes


Your time is near it won't be long
You've got to go when you're called upon

No light of day no sight of dawn
Don't turn around just walk right on


You came riding into town with a black and white five and ten
Said I'll be your captain
And take you back home again

It's your third time around but you know I'll get a second wind
But if we ever get there they'll be no one there to let us in


Your time is near it won't be long
You've got to go when you're called upon
You caught me dancing in the street last night

You walked right past me into the light

Packed up my souvenirs, tied my shoes, and sold my car

Yes I should have known it
I'd never get very far
Ever since we've met you've been a hungry and a restless child

You're just like your father
You know he's got a poison mind


Your time is near it won't be long
You've got to go when you're called upon
You said you and me we'd never will pretend

But my broken soul is never gonna mend