I was surprised when you arrived
And addressed me as your son
You and me had a red pot tea
It was instantaneous
I know we're all expandable but I like to feel secure
The way you see eternity
Well I feel like dying

When you explained possessions equal pain
When you explained how we all go back again

Once the dream has gone I called you on the telephone
Once the dream has gone I opened up my eyes
Oh, I'll never measure up to you
Oh, I'll never be a Lama, too
Big man ... big man

When you cast the spirits out you must know that native tongue
I've never known an exorcist 'till you came this morning
When I observed your way of life I feel I'm getting warm
The way you talk, the way you think ... so understated
When you explained possessions equal pain
When you explained how we all go back again

Once the dream has gone I called you on the telephone
Once the dream has gone I opened up my eyes
Oh, I'll never measure up to you
Oh, I'll never be a Lama, too
Big Man ... big man