Under Lime

It's a long way down from the high horse you're on

When you stumble and then you're thrown

The last time we say him he was out in the rain

Watchin' that train roll down the track

Now he's back in showbiz

Peddlin' his comeback

We know that he's desperate and we know that he's broke

He's the mystery guest we'll puncture

They told a young girl with a clipboard "Just keep him amused"

Whatever you do, don't tell him your name

Whatever you say, don't let him drink

Under lime, under lime, under lime

He whistles out of tune

His words don't always rhyme

"But we will be right back

"We're almost out of time"

Down a long corridor he's trying to impress

He was helpin' a showgirl fasten up her dress

And the clock on the wall tick-tocked the time away

And the band starts to play

In the violent strip of an undressing room

She loosened his grip and started

Tell me your story, if you feel so inclined

He was a mess, almost resigned

Though she could guess, I think you will find

She thought, "Oh you know, I wouldn't mind"

He asked he boyfriend's name

Then her whole family tree

She thought "I can't believe it's happening to me"

And upset, said "Hey pet:

"Would you kindly pass that pill

And allow me to just dictate my dying will

And the clock on the wall tick-tocked the time away

And the band starts to play

Jimmy was dreamin' as she uncrossed he legs

He shuttered his eyes discreetly

And he thought of a drummer and considered a snare

But the beat of his heart

Said, "Don't even start"

His conscience was bare

Said, "Hey, don't even dare"

She's completely unaware

She forced a laugh or a sigh

At every alibi

Once every crime was confessed

He buttoned up his vest

Said "Hey gal, you'r a pal

"You've really been a sport

And you don't get a record

If you never get caught

And the clock on the wall tick-tocked the time away

And the band starts to play

It's a long way down from the high horse you're on

It's a long way back as you cover your track

Or you bury your crime

Under lime, under lime, under lime, under lime

It's a long way down from the high horse you're on

It's a long way back as you cover your track

Or you bury your crime

Under lime, under lime, under lime, under lime

It's a long way down from the high horse you're on

It's a long way back as you cover your track

As you bury your crime

Under lime, under lime, under lime, under lime