Lyrics

(Verse 1)
The clock on the wall just sneers at me, (ooh)
Tickin’ away like a worn-out melody.
The neon hums and the ashtray is full,
Another late night, another dream gone dull.

(Verse 2)
The boss man says, “Kid, you’re doin’ just fine,” (ooh)
But I’m covered in grease and factory grime.
A pocketful of nickels, not much I can afford
Ain’t got no time for love, just a draft and a shot of the Lord.
(Chorus)
Oh, whiskey and time, pour me another,
One keeps me warm, the other my lover.
Another day risin’, but I ain’t goin’ home,
The night’s got my name and I’m drinkin’ alone.

(Verse 3)
Lady Luck stripped me down to my socks, (ooh)
Took my best years and busted my chops
A slow drag of smoke and a sigh full of pain,
Same old song, just a different name
(Chorus - Repeat)*
Oh, whiskey and time, pour me another,
One keeps me warm, the other my lover.
Silver moon’s risin’, but I ain’t goin’ home,
The night’s got my name and I’m drinkin’ alone.

(Verse 4 - Soft and Reflective)*
The bartender wipes down a tale or two, (ooh)
Seen girls like me, hearts black and blue.
He says, “Kid, take a walk ‘fore you turn to stone,
Find somethin’ worth livin’ ‘fore you’re too far gone.”

(Final Chorus - Haunting and Fading)
Oh, whiskey and time, one last for the road,
Ain’t much of a life, just a story untold.
If I don’t wake tomorrow, don’t shed no tears,
Just toast me at midnight with whiskey and beers.