I was caught in the crossfire of a silent scream
Where one man s nightmare is another man s dream
Pull the cover up high - and pray for the morning light
Cause you are living alone - in the heat of the night
Met a man with a message from the other side
Couldnt take the pressure - had to leave it behind
He said it is up to you
You can run or you can fight (Ya that is right)
Better leave it alone - in the heat of the night
In the heat of the night they will be coming around
There will be looking for answers they will be chasing you down
In the heat of the night
(Where ya gonna hide when it all comes down)
(Dont look back dont ever turn around)
Had to pay the piper to call the tune
Said he would be back someday - said he would be back real soon
Pull the shades down low - you will know when the time is right
When you are lying alone in the heat of the night