Shall we begin? Gather round, gather all: Keep it real, strip it down Rather not wait around With the Hungry Eyes of a snake-oil salesman Wait/Hurry Water to wine Have got the patience Haven't got the time Saw Dusty Eyes some enthused Some act the part (But nonetheless, plan to lose) Something wicked-good this way comes Not twice upon a lifetime Blackbirds you watch 'em They know the black clouds They are all runnin' home Lightning rod (divining toy) When the rains come, what is your source for joy? Looked at my life: a painted clown Un-amused Keep it real, strip it down Rather not wait around With the Hungry Eyes of a snake oil salesman Blackbirds you watch 'em They know the black clouds They are all runnin' home Lightning rod (divining toy) Home, home. They are all runnin' home.