A dog's life

[Verse 1] White light, warm side, someone's hands for the first time I opened my wet nose — it was you, I remember forever Ball, the mutt from next door, the clink of coins in your pocket You grow up, and I'm still that same dog in this strange fog [Verse 2] Second breath — a shepherd in a armored cage No one scratches my ear here, just teeth on a hard raid But the moment the bullet whistles past my head I still remember your childhood cap, the bandages on your hands [Chorus] I searched for you through thousands of dogs Through muzzles, doghouses, and vet clinic fears I changed bodies like you change towns Just to meet your old age at your door [Verse 3] Third life — a queen in a rich lady's purse I bark at thunder — I never used to be scared, guys But through the rhinestones on my collar I see your silhouette You're already gray, and I'm a pocket amulet [Verse 4] Fourth time — a puppy in a dumpster behind a kiosk Cold, sleet, people stomp out fear with their heels But I catch that smell — machine oil and bread You walk with a cane, old man, I haven't slept for so many years [Bridge] It doesn't matter what tail I have — short, fluffy, or none In my heart your pulse is stitched like a secret boarding pass code I'll die on your lap, just to be born again as a puppy And lick your rough hand when you fall asleep at the lathe [Chorus] I searched for you through thousands of dogs Through muzzles, doghouses, and vet clinic fears I changed bodies like you change towns Just to meet your old age at your door [Outro] Throw me the stick. I'll fetch it. Even from beyond the rainbow. Forever.