Payment Expected

There’s a sign right on the wall, In case you’re feeling nervous, That payment is expected at The time you’re getting service. You’re possibly distracted ‘Cause they’re x-raying your head. They want your money right up front In case you end up dead. The sign is a reminder Lest you maybe will forget. This test is just a gamble And they’re counting on your bet. So whether you’re a winner Or, unluckily, you lose, The house accumulates the chips And you cannot refuse. And so you cough the payment up By cash or card or check, And sit around and wait As they are shuffling the deck. You’ve anted up, you’re in the game; You’re in the dealer’s pull. No matter if you win or lose, You’ve paid your debt in full.