Exit the Merry-Go-Round
I think ole John had it right all along
It’s time to get off the merry-go-round
There’re people standing over there with guns
Each time I pass by, they take a shot at me ridin’ high
So far, I’ve taken a few nicks, but I’m still alive
I’m gonna slide off this pretty pony on the back side
With my stuffed animals in hand, headed for an exit plan
Enjoy life a bit more with a little less hindering heartbreak
Ride my motor scooter outta this old circus, right through town
Say goodbye to my competing colleagues, fade them in my mirror
Paintin’ pretty pictures with my words and sippin’ my martini
Working when I want and sleeping the day away just for fun
Yep, John had it right, that’s for sure
To bad he didn’t take heed in his own words
And stayed off that pretty pony, exited the merry-go-round
Dedicated to John Lennon
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