Grant Hart - California Zephyr lyrics

Emeryville is as far as it goes Take a bus to the Embarcadero Then a cab to the Bay Bridge Inn They check you out while they check you in A quick shower and a bite to eat Then he's ready to hit the street Out of sight and out of mind He left his hometown far behind He rides the California Zephyr He rides the gold star line He and his friends will get together Tonight, tonight He came here years ago He took the Empire Builder from Chicago Met some people on the way He liked the city and decided to stay Certain interests and pursuits He learned the city and the routes He fell in love and he settled down Made San Francisco his hometown He rides the California Zephyr He rides the gold star line He and his friends will get together Tonight, tonight Tonight, tonight He left the city and here is why He got tired of watching all his friends die Funerals and farewell toasts He felt like he was surrounded by ghosts Sad looks from those who remained He came to party, not to feel pain Those who gather for last call The Eagle Tavern welcomes them all He rides the California Zephyr He rides the gold star line He and his friends will get together Tonight, tonight Tonight, tonight He rides the California Zephyr He rides the gold star line He and his friends will get together Tonight, tonight Tonight