Open mike mentioned this back in 2001, but nobody came through with lyrics, so.... MONSTER IN THE CLOSET As recorded by Tom Hunter on "Still Growing" (2005) The teacher told a story in my nurs'ry school today About a great big monster that came to dance and play. As she talked, I knew I wanted one that I could keep, But now I have to close my eyes and try to go to sleep. CHORUS: And there's a monster in the closet; the ghosts are on the wall. Why do you keep on tellin' me there's nothin' there at all? I know they're there; it's clear to me; I see them ev'ry night, And all I want is when I'm scared, you come and hold me tight. Last night I had a good dream; the sun was shining bright. My little dog and all all my friends went out to fly a kite. The grass was green; the wind was warm; the flowers all were red, But now it's hard to think of that 'cause I have to go to bed. And you've told me how you hate it, the times I carry on, And sure I cry when I'm hurt and scared, but not for very long, But when I think of monsters and all that other stuff, My dolly and the bathroom light really aren't enough. CHORUS: 'Cause there's a monster in the closet.... So please come and tuck me in; goodnight; I love you, mom. Here's a hug and a kiss for you and another one for Tom. I'll try to be a good kid and sleep the whole night through, But if I wake and start to cry, can I come and sleep with you? CHORUS: 'Cause there's a monster in the closet....
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