Оригинален текст
dull as dirt
you cant assert the kind of light
that might persuade
a strict dictator to retire
fire the army
teach the poor origami
the truth is in
the proof is when
you hear your heart start asking,
"Whats my motivation?"
and try as you may, there isnt a way
to explain the kind of change
that would make an Eskimo renounce fur
that would make a vegetarian barbecue hamster
unless you can trace this about-face
to a certain sign...
Chorus
shine
make em wonder what youve got
make em wish that they were not
on the outside looking bored
shine
let it shine before all men
letem see good works, and then
let em glorify the Lord
out of the shaker and onto the plate
it isnt Karma
it sure aint fate
that would make a Deadhead sell his van
that would make a schizophrenic turn in his crayons
Oprah freaks
and science seeks a rationale
that shall excuse
this strange behavior
when you let it shine
you will inspire
the kind of entire turnaround
that would make a bouncer take ballet
(even bouncers who are unhappy)
but out of the glare
with nowhere to turn
you aint gonna learn it on "Whats My Line?"
Lyrics: Steve Taylor / Music: Peter Furler
1994 Ariose Music (a division of Star Song Communications, admin. by Gaither Copyright Management), Warner Alliance Music & Soylent Tunes