The Opener

Ladies and gents well, I take no offense I know I’m not who you’re here to see

And it won’t be long till the headliner’s on then you’ll be done with me

So don’t wrack your brain no you’ve not heard my name or a single song of mine

And if you need to go potty well it’s out in the lobby better go now while there’s still time

Cause I’m the opening act don’t get much time maybe four tracks or five at best

So, I play only songs that I hope make you long to go out and buy the rest

And it is ok if I choose to be shameless cause tonight I’m not getting paid

So as soon as I’m able I’ll be out by my table telling you about my myspace

I wish I could say with the truth on my face that the reason I’m here tonight

Is cause they like my songs and they just can’t go on without the opening I provide

But the truth is I’m cheap and I don’t take much space cause it’s just me and my guitar

So when I get to the solo well I’m up here alone so I’ll just have to whistle that part

Yeah I’m the opening act don’t get much time maybe four tracks or five at best

So, I play only songs that I hope make you long to go out and buy the rest

And it is ok if I choose to be shameless did I mention I’m not getting paid

So as soon as I’m able I’ll be out by my table and if you buy a CD well you’re enabling me

To put bread on my plate, take my wife on a date well I better stop now before you tune me out

But don’t forget about my myspace