The Late Show

from Temporary Archipelago by David Roos

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Just in time for the late show
The rainy sidewalks walk right inside
the old moon's as hollow as that cold day in June
but not as far
and not hung quite as high
no it’s never done up just right

I will know as well
I will know as well
When the ocean fits inside of a coconut shell
I will know as well

Running from that sleeping yellow dog
unpredictable, but can turn on a dime
You can come for what is offered
but never ask for a better price
things much better if you’re just honest at night
Only steal things in the daytime, only when you’ve got light

I will go as well
I will go as well
When they’re crossing the wires as I’m ringing the bell
I will go as well

Cross the street to cross the yard
Shortcuts are always best
At least, If the truth be told
When a river runs by you
Till it’s over and out
And the other one will never stay dry
They’re only two things that make that bird fly

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from Temporary Archipelago, released January 20, 2009

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