Instruction Through Film Songtext

Words by Terry Taylor Music by Terry Taylor, Tim Chandler, Greg Flesch ©1986 Broken Songs (ASCAP) Dad: "And so the angel told Tom if he'd be a good boy He'd have God for his father and never lack joy. Goodnight, Tom, sleep tight, Tom." These are not deeds that save you For love is the fire that must claim you Whispered half-prayers in the night Turn off the lamp and you turn out the light Narrator on film: Tom remembers to wash his hands before meals and to brush his teeth at least three times a day while cutting down on in-between-meal snacks." Story book pages' rustling cease At clock's last chime the locks released And silence beats his silent drum Space, with gaunt eyes, bids you come Here is the cure to avail you God nailed on a tree to replace you Eclipsing the luster of light Thoughts that are dark as the darkest night Narrator on film: Tom knows that proper grooming is the by-product of a healthy attitude and high moral fiber. Tom likes people, and people like Tom." These are your drowsy days in vain You will not wake to sleep again Will come the hour when you will never Sleep again but wake forever Boys on detention, pay close attention To sound instruction, through film. Boys on detention, pay close attention To sound instruction, through film. Hey! These are not deeds that save you For love is the fire that must claim you Whispered half-prayers in the night Turn off the lamp and you turn out the light Narrator on film: Tom is polite to classmates and teachers, "Please" and "Thank you" says Tom with a smile!" Boys on detention, pay close attention To sound instruction, through film...