Cigarette

There’s a desire burning deep in my chest,

There’s nothing like you - you’re not like the rest.

I haven’t found a substitute yet.

You’re like a - cigarette.


You’re too close, another hour off my life.

I’ll pay that price, I’ll make that sacrifice.

This won’t last long, I’ll take what I get.

You’re like a - cigarette.


I only want the wanting, cause

There’s poison in the taunting. But -

When you’re close enough, that,

You’re not close enough, then,

Reality becomes too much, and

I’m craving just one touch.


[Instrumental]


Smoky tendrils of your hair curl across my skin.

I want more of your touch, even if it’s a sin.

My mouth gets dry, my lips get wet,

You’re like a - cigarette.


An amp of epi, straight to my heart.

The restless reverie of what you are.

Forehead glistens with beads of sweat.

You’re like a - cigarette.


Stephen’s Reason, 2007