Back From Exile

Let me tell you the story of a man

In New Orleans where his troubles began

If you've ever lost a love, then you might understand

But never count your chips, son, until the last hand

When the fever struck I was left to my demise

For many years I was forced to walk the line

But I saw a vision of the Phoenix rise

Hello motherfuckers, 'cause I'm back from exile

I'm back from exile

I'm back from exile

If the water is still you can expect an attack

The same hands you shook put the knife in your back

You know, vultures and wolves always travel in packs

And the cowards come running as they cover their tracks

I'm more mad at myself I couldn't realize

But I vowed to return and take back what once was mine

In the cold, cold morning with the sleep still in your eyes

Hello motherfuckers, 'cause I'm back from exile

I'm back from exile

I'm back from exile

If I would have known that if I should fall from grace

You'd be the first to kick dirt into my face

Don't you remember how we got to this place

All I ever wanted was a meaningful embrace

I'd forgive you if I could and if the nightmares would subside

But you judged before I was ever put on trial

And oh my good friend, I do apologize

Hello motherfuckers, 'cause I'm back from exile

I'm back from exile

I'm back from exile

Back From Exile