Jump the Gun

Music & lyrics by: Atkins/Hammer You were raised up from the steam in the city Where your daddy dragged you 'round from place to place Now you're a grown-up, a cool guy looking pretty But the childhood had its mark upon your face Now you're the hungry one, you want it all And enough is not enough, you're always coming back for more When the race is on you roll the ball You found your heaven behind the backstage door You're all fed up With their parental domination Don't let them wear away your pride Cut the wire Jump the gun There is nothing that's holding you back Cross the fire Hit 'n' run You're forever unchained Jump the gun In another town, on another stage You've been cruising around, for at least a human age That rock'n'roll was your key to succeed Your restless soul Has taken off from the street So if you like it now You'll learn to love it later Stick to your dreams, and go ahead [Chorus] And now you're up to front A youth of desperation Go out and penetrate their minds You preach the words They put them out in circulation Get out, seek and find [Chorus]