Shooting The Moon
All of the Astronauts - Champagne in plastic cupswaiting for the big hero to show - outside the door he standshis head in his hands - and his heart in his throatWhat can he tell 'em now? - Sorry I let you downSorry it wasn't quite true - But don't get hung up on itJust soldier on with it - And Good luck with shooting the moonShooting the moon - Shooting the moon - the moon Shooting the moonAll of the principals - generals admiralsand the podium lit with the spotlight - The crowd buzzes quietly waiting expectantlylike it's opening nightWhat can he tell 'em now? - Sorry I let you downSorry it wasn't quite true - But don't get hung up on itJust soldier on with it - And Good luck with shooting the moonShooting the moon - Shooting the moon - the moon Shooting the moon