Tell me what you're gonna do
When the floodwater hits your town
When the weight on your back is too much to bear
Who'll make sure you don't drownTell me what you're gonna do
When there's no-one left to stem your tide
When the levee breaks in the winter rain
Who's gonna hold your head up high

There's a cold wind like a hurricane through your days
Yes it's a cold wind like a hurricane through your days

Tell me what you're gonna do
When the snakeoil don't calm your fears
When there's no room left for compromise
Well, tell me who's gonna dry your tears

Tell me what you're gonna do
When your rainmaker don't bring rain
Tell me how it feels now Darlin'
Now all your love's been in vain

And there's a cold wind like a hurricane through your days
Yes it's a cold wind like a hurricane through your days

© John Hemans 1996