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Shortwave

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Shortwave Lyrics

I'm a light a fire in a bad location
Wait beside the van and try to be patient
I'm a need your help--it won't be wasted
We'll have to run away when the fire's blazin'

I'm a break in to a fabulous mansion
Wait beside the van and try not to draw attention
I'm a need your help--it will be trusted
We'll have to run away when my bags are burstin'

I'm a blow the doors off of the big city bank safe
Wait beside the van; please don't be late
I'm a need your help--it will be supporting
We'll have to run away when the bells start ringing

All the way, all the way, all the way home

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clittleelttilc On Nov 06, 2010

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clittleelttilc

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2010-11-06 20:31:39

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