And Cheryl's goin' home
There's only one thing on my mind
The railroad sign is flashin' bright
Come, hear me shouting through the rain
Is there a way to stop the train?
And Cheryl's goin' home
The people stare but I don't care
Santa Rose Special's down the line
About the way I was today
I'm runnin' desperately behind
The things I have to say won't be known
I've got some reasons to explain
And Cheryl's goin' home
The whistle moans and I'm alone
And Cheryl's goin' home
My flesh is cold against my bones
The rain and tears are in my eyes