"Small Black Reptile" lyrics - WIRE

WIRE
"Small Black Reptile"
(Bruce Gilbert / Robert Gotobed / Graham Lewis / Colin Newman)

Sporting effects
In a small black reptile
Broadened at the shoulder
And swing at the hips

Room for a big fish
A crack of whips
Demander of service
And generous tips

Narrow in the eye
And puller of wool
The bow on the purse strings
Diaries full, arrangements fixed

A crossing of arms
The sucking of cheeks
The appetite rich
From scaling peaks

Badges of office
Extensive plates
Cultivating pets
Expensive dates