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Heat Lyrics by Jethro Tull

Under Wraps

1984

When the rats are running
And the boys are gunning
For heads on a tin plate ---
You can hear the footfall
Softly in the back yard
And the black jack is called
Face up on the last card

You'd better call your witness
In your dirty business
Trop tard sera le cri
Better run while you can ---
Better set the tall sail
Better make deep cover
Before the boys have you nailed

There's just one chance to get away ---
I'll catch up with you another day
I'll close my eyes and count to ten
And come right after you again

Grab your credit cards ---
Cash in on your resources
Take your passport from the drawer
Don't stop to change the horses

Get out of the heat

Now can you feel the pressure?
Have you got the measure
Of being a wanted man?
Cold drink in your hand ---
Hot sweat on your brow
And there's no understanding
Going to help you now

Grab your credit cards ---
Cash in on your resources
Take your passport from the drawer
Don't stop to change the horses
Notify all parties
Of an earlier vacation
No use trying to board the train
After it's left the station

Get out of the heat

About “Heat” by Jethro Tull

Read the complete lyrics to "Heat" by Jethro Tull from the album "Under Wraps" in 1984. On Lyrks you can follow along with the full text, explore the artist's discography, and discover related songs. The track is often categorized under Rock, Progressive Rock.

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"Heat" is credited to Jethro Tull. Songwriting credits may include additional writers listed on the release; check the credits section on this page for linked collaborators.

"Heat" appears on "Under Wraps" in 1984.

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