I've Been to Town

(Rod McKuen)



I've been to town I've walked the highways

And the harbors too

I've done somethings

I never thought I'd ever do.



Now as I stand here looking down at you

You ask me why it is I frown

I guess it's 'cause

I've been to town.



I've been to town

beyond the boulevard

And down the beach

I've learned some things

That only time can teach.

For instance love is more

Than just a speech.



It's got to find

A common ground

I know because

I've been to town.



Don't tell me any more lies

I can't waste any more years

I've seen my image in your eyes

dissolve in disappointed tears.



I've been to town you ask me do

I know the Milky Way

I do and furthermore I'd like to say

It isn't milky white it's dirty gray.



Especially when

Your world breaks down

I know because

I've been to town...