I know it's hard to let go From the past you loved so But like a ticking clock It never stops The rhythm of the world There's a city In your country By the sea, naturally Can you hear it calling you, calling you? Can you hear it calling you, calling you? Can you feel it drawing you in? When the party's over Will you kiss it goodnight? Don't believe the illusion You're prey for the ticking time Oh, the game of time Oh, ticking time Oh, ticking time A thought to remember A thought to remember You've got to believe What your soul believes And see how rare you are Keep a clear vision Trust in your decision Realize, realize Can you hear it calling you, calling you? Can you hear it calling you, calling you? Can you feel it drawing you in? When the party's over Will you kiss it goodnight? Don't believe the illusion You're prey for the ticking time Oh, the game of time Oh, ticking time Oh, ticking time