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