michael nesmith
keys to the car
Tonight when he hands you the keys to the car And he says you can drive, some, but don't drive too far Tonight when she tells you you're her only one Remember the morning brings on the sun  And they're watching you stumble and fall Until you're lost down below like them all  Today when they give you their words of advice And tell you you're free, friend, as long as it's nice Today when their words of sweet wisdom come down Remember their smiles are hiding their frowns  And they're watching you stumble and fall Until you're lost down below like them all  If you say you're their friend, I'm afraid you will learn They want only friends they can have on their terms But the love that you show them will give you an edge For authority is more than wearing a badge  And you'll be watching them stumble and fall Until they're lost down below like them all Until they're lost down below like them all 