Lyrics by bernie taupin
Available on the album madman across the water
I can see very well
Theres a boat on the reef with a broken back
And I can see it very well
Theres a joke and I know it very well
Its one of those that I told you long ago
Take my word Im a madman dont you know
Once a fool had a good part in the play
If its so would I still be here today
Its quite peculiar in a funny sort of way
They think its very funny everything I say
Get a load of him, hes so insane
You better get your coat dear
It looks like rain
Well come again next thursday afternoon
The in-laws hope theyll see you very soon
But is it in your conscience that youre after
Another glimpse of the madman across the water
I can see very well
Theres a boat on the reef with a broken back
And I can see it very well
Theres a joke and I know it very well
Its one of those that I told you long ago
Take my word Im a madman dont you know
The grounds a long way down but I need more
Is the nightmare black
Or are the windows painted
Will they come again next week
Can my mind really take it