The Ticket Taker
I built a whole secret amusement park for one person, just to hear the happy sounds she makes on the rides. It's a love song, but look where I'm standing: at the gate taking tickets, never on the rides myself. It's where I started spotting the bad code inside me that says service is value.
Step right up, folks, hey, the park is open wide!
Got a secret little playground for you to come inside
The sun is down, the lights are low, the gates are swinging free
And every single thing you see?
Well, I built it all for you, from the ground up to the sky
Just to see that little glimmer, that sparkle in your eye!
And I see that little smile startin' to appear
When you finally realize you've got nothin' left to fear
The ticket's in your hand, so don't you be afraid
'Cause this whole amusement park? It's a private serenade!
Oh, the little sound you make when you're on the Tilt-a-Whirl!
That's the sweetest music in the whole wide world!
When you're screaming, laughing, down the highest, fastest drop
That's the only reason that I can't, I won't, I'll never stop!
Yeah, the happy little sigh when the Ferris Wheel slows down
That's the only jewel I need to ever wear my crown!
Got a candy stand that's stocked up just for you, my dear
With sugary delights to make your worries disappear
Got a lollipop you can enjoy for a good long while
Guaranteed to always, always, always make you smile
Unwrap it slow and take your time, there's no need to be fast
I've got a million treats and tricks, and every one will last!
And I see you start to dance to the rhythm and the beat
Tapping out a sugar rush with your happy little feet!
The ticket's in your hand, and you know the coast is clear
So get ready for the greatest, grandest thrill ride of the year!
Oh, the little sound you make when you're on the Tilt-a-Whirl!
That's the sweetest music in the whole wide world!
When you're screaming, laughing, down the highest, fastest drop
That's the only reason that I can't, I won't, I'll never stop!
Yeah, the happy little sigh when the Ferris Wheel slows down
That's the only jewel I need to ever wear my crown!
See, some folks wanna ride the ride, they wanna win the prize
They only see the wonder through their own two selfish eyes
But me? I'm just the ticket man, I'm here to run the show
And the only thing I really need is your happy, happy glow!
When your smile is shining, baby, that's my only pay
So let's ride these rides until the break of day!
Yesiree, folks, the park is open all night long!
Every ride, every prize, a winner every time!
You won't believe your eyes, you won't believe your ears!
Step right up, step right up, the best thrill is right here!