Lyrics by Chris Cornell. Music by Kim Thayil. Little Joe run for the border. Leave your home. Go where the reptiles roam. On the side of the border that is your home. . Little Joe eyes of your lover look back on you. As you run for cover. Though stick and fire and may break your bones. Thereâ€™s a light in the tunnel that leads you home. . Little Joe just like your father. Your eyes will water your guts will splatter. Though sticks and fire sticks and fire. Wonâ€™t break your bones it is a lie. . Little Joe run for the border. Leave your mother and father. Go to where the reptiles roam. Theyâ€™re waiting for you Little Joe.