The lone potato

Lyrics

(Verse 1)
Hey Jack, I’m sorry, I didn’t mean to bail,
I know you stood there by the table, feeling frail.
I got this night shift now, and it’s killing my time,
Leaving you all alone just ain’t right, it ain’t fine.

(Pre-Chorus)
You’re a fish out of water, a hot potato in your hand,
Standing by that pool cue like you don’t understand.
I see it in your eyes, that awkward, empty space,
I never meant to leave you, never meant to erase…

(Chorus)
But I’m working all night, can’t make it to the game,
Leaving you hanging, man, it’s such a shame.
You’re out there sinking, and I know it’s rough,
I promise you, Jack, this job ain’t enough.

(Verse 2)
You used to laugh it off, say, “It’s no big deal,”
But now I see you staring like it’s something you feel.
The balls don’t break the same when I’m not there,
You’re just rolling around, Jack, like nobody cares.

(Bridge)
But every 9 to 5 ain’t got room for us both,
And I’m chasing the paycheck while you’re chasing ghosts.
I swear I’ll be back, it won’t be forever,
Just hold on, Jack, we’ll rack ‘em up together.

(Chorus)
But I’m working all night, can’t make it to the game,
Leaving you hanging, man, it’s such a shame.
You’re out there sinking, and I know it’s rough,
I promise you, Jack, this job ain’t enough.

(Outro)
So wait for me, friend, keep the cue stick warm,
I’ll be back to break, right back in form.
Until then, hold tight, don’t drop the flame,
I’ll make it right, Jack, I’ll be back in the game.