Elliott Smith - LA lyrics

[Verse 1: Elliott Smith] The gentleman's in the lane Spinning his hat on a cane Stepping out, out for change Good morning all, it's a beautiful day The generals are winning a war Seemed suicidal before You came along, now I'll protect you, long as you stay [Chorus 1] L.A., morning had to come I'd be walking in the sun Living in the day But last night I was about to throw it all away [Verse 2] If patience started a band I'd be her biggest fan Look at me, I'm talking to you I don't want the lead in your play The star's just a part of the scene The gentleman in green Paying off, out on the street I can't go home, it's not on my way [Chorus 2] L.A., things are never done Car's parked in the sun Living in the day But last night I was about to throw it all away Last night I was about to throw it all away (x3)