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