I lived a life of illusion and you had your kicks
So what, there's nothing left to do
And you and your obsessions and your crucifix
As if what I thought mattered much to you

And you were always my friend
From Childhood's End
It was forever and ever
Did you understand
It's Childhood's End
But never, the dream is over

Sunday morning in the New York Times
I read you died last night
It said you were smilin' when you blew your mind
And the note you left behind said

You were always my friend
From Childhood's End
Seems like forever and ever
Yeah, you won't have to have to pretend
It's near the end
You won't ever be a rock and roller
Yeah, you were always my friend
From Childhood's End
But never, the dream is over
You were just like me
I was just like you
For eternity I'll think of you

(Repeat chorus, fade out)
You've got something about you,
You've got something I need


Lyrics submitted by Demau Senae

Childhood's End Lyrics as written by Gene Simmons Bruce Kulick

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    CoS was indeed a sweet abulm, I loved how the band was going in a more heavy metal direction. Too bad the reunion ended that whole idea.

    This is my favorite song on the album and I'm still pissed that it never was a single. The song is clearly about a guy remembering his now-dead friend. I always get a little misty-eyed when I hear it.

    I never thought Gene Simmons could sing with that much emotion, but he does a damn fine job here.

    Krendall2006on July 26, 2008   Link

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