Let's talk about Frankie

 

Carrying cases across an overgrown lawn,

Wondering who turned the sprinklers on.

Chewing liquorice, clutching at straws

Renewing our faith in Santa Claus.

So... let's talk about Frankie

And where Frankie has gone.

Let's talk about Frankie,

And if Frankie is coming home.

Torchlight flashing, looking for that kid

We know he's hiding but doesn't know what he did

It's a night to remember but it will end

And your only enemy is your only friend.

Let's talk about Frankie,

And all Frankie wrote.

Let's talk about Frankie,

And if Frankie left that note.

Something's going on in the house next door.

They've found the ceiling but lost the floor.

Church hall jumping, boy preacher in town

Now all the trespassers need to be found.

Let's talk about Frankie,

And the deals Frankie made.

Let's talk about Frankie,

And who Frankie never paid.

To buy a life you have to sell off your soul.

Put it in the bank, watch the interest grow.

People on the harbour, broken out of jail;

The Gospel Ship is about to hoist sail.

Let's talk about Frankie,

And that letter Frankie sent.

Let's talk about Frankie

And what Frankie really meant.

Put the frog in the jar, screw down the lid;

Best not to reveal what the politician hid.

A hurting heart and a burning brain

But keep it quiet and never complain.

Let's talk about Frankie

And where has Frankie gone

Let's talk about Frankie

And if Frankie is coming home.

October 2025

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