do not step backwards
do not step backwards
or you'll fall right back on your ass
just from right where we got up
don't step to the side
or you'll miss what you missed
the first time
the only way is to step forward
alone
to step out into the murk
alone
without the flashlight
without the candle
zippo
or flare
step out into the murk
alone
and be scared
be fearful
because it's good for you
be excited
anxious
and let those thoughts race
and race
and race race race
all through your systems
let the palms sweat
and the testicles recede up in to
their special hiding place
wipe the sweat from your forehead
and above your lip
comb out your beard
and step into the murk
they can't hurt you out here
out here
in there
they can't do anything
but you can do all those things
and more
so step you dirty asshole
send the message to your legs
to take the great leap
forward
alone