(Berry/Buck/Mills/Stipe). . Night time fell at the opening. In the final act of the beginning of time. Hyena take your role the stage is set. The town is safe again tonight. (chorus). Hyena (I see the day ahead). Hyena (and all that I've cried through). Hyena (God knows you're doin' that don't you?). Hyena sister look to your hand. Man you serve communal interest. She'll tell you when and where and how and why you'd hurt. A beautiful young lady. (repeat chorus). The only thing to fear is fearlessness. The bigger the weapon the greater the fear. Hyena is ambassador to here. Night time fell like the closing. Meager pay but recognition. Hyena crawls on his belly out. The town is safe again tonight. Hyena (I see the changes man). Hyena (goin' on 'cross the way). Hyena (I see my road ahead). Hyena (don't know if I should stay). Hyena (I see you holding him). Hyena (and all that I've cried through). Hyena (God knows you're doin' that don't you?).