on a night like this
you’ve got to hug your words
got to make them warm
before you let them go
because
the crowd is in
looking for a show
you’re on first
you want to
let them know
that it’s
worth it
that you’re worth it
that what you’ve got
is what they want to take home
when they leave
never mind
the headline act
never mind
the coughers
the talkers
the late ones coming in
with their lack of
tact
make them
focus
listen
make them want to want you
to stay awhile
hear you give
a little more
like a short encore
to salute them
make them love you
give your heart away
if they’ll listen
pay attention
then bow your way backstage
while they still need what you’re offering
that’s the way
to leave them
hungry
for some more
more of you
~