I struggle with my shoelace

As my temples pulsate

You lie in your dressing gown

Don't put that cigarette out



I know it wasn't much fun

But please don't tell anyone

I know what I am



10 second bionic man

Over before it began

10 second bionic man

Over before it began



I thought that this was my moment

On the threadbare shag pile

My clumsiness trips me over

A nervous laugh, guilty smiles



I know it wasn't much fun

But please don't tell anyone

I know what I am



10 second bionic man

Over before it began

10 second bionic man

Over before it began



10 second bionic man

10 second bionic man

And it's all over before it began



The night comes through your window

A dull street light orange glow

My head hurt on your pillow

I wanna get up, get dressed and go home



I know it wasn't much fun

But please don't tell anyone

I know what I am



10 second bionic man

Over before it began

10 second bionic man

Over before it began