I know a countdown when I see one Sure as fire burns and cool water runs A word of warning, better get prepared Hold tight, we're already there There's a warm wind blowing these flames so high Smoke's getting thicker between you and I I know it's happening 'cause I can't see clear Hold tight, we're already there Year after year the worse it gets The consequence of short sighted bets Hard to keep a bad habit hid for long You only got what you got 'til it's gone Change is coming, I hope it lasts For there's no future immune from the past So don't wait, 'cause waiting's too late to bear Hold tight, we're already there