[Verse 1]
Tell me when it's over
I would not dare open up my eyes
I'm seeking out a deep buzz, yeah
'Cause they are only soldiers with kids and wives
But I'll know when it's over
When the light goes from my head
Why can't it just be over?
I've been gasping for a breath that never came
That breath just never came

[Chorus]
And you've been gone forever
It's good to see you out of the hospital
And you've been gone forever
It's good to see you getting better

[Verse 2]
And everyone's a pop star
Yes, everybody's going to make it
And you could be the next one, kid
Just don't you dare say what you really feel
I know that you are not smart
I just didn't know you were that stupid
But seriously, it's so hard
The bills are scattered in the yard
We need some songs to get us through this war

[Chorus]
And you've been gone forever
It's good to see you out of the hospital
And you've been gone forever
It's good to see you getting better

[Instrumental break]

[Chorus]
And you've been gone forever
It's good to see you out of the hospital
And you've been gone forever
It's good to see you getting better