Short fuse and a long work day
Is how the old man makes his way
He don't listen to a word they say
Their words never held no weight
You grow tired as the days go by
All worn down by things that don't matter now
& time ain't on our side
So tell me the truth and forgive me of my pride
And ill be alright
Shoot me straight tonight
And ill be alright
Shoot me straight tonight
He thinks back on past mistakes
Bad habits and things that break
He wears thin as his thoughts weigh down
Troubled mind on shaky ground
You grow tired as the days go by
All worn down by things that don't matter now
& time ain't on our side
So tell me the truth and forgive me of my pride
And ill be alright
Shoot me straight tonight
And ill be alright
Shoot me straight tonight
Short fuse and a long work day
Is how the old man makes his stay