Don't leave Martin alone tonight 

Just because he looks all right 

I've seen him look like this before 

And if he says he wants to be alone 

At least try to walk with him home 

See if you can put your foot in the door 



Don't leave Martin alone tonight 

Keep him talking until daylight 

This time well I think he's coming through 



Don't leave Martin alone tonight 

Just because he looks all right 

He's only gotta pick up the phone 

Now one of them guys in the car will be around 

And give him just enough on account 

They know that he'll be back for more. 



Don't leave Martin alone tonight 

Keep him talking until daylight 

This time well I think he's coming through. 



Now he's trying to show he's cool, but I know him 

I ain't fooling 

And because you love him he's bound to lie 

When this time he's got so close 

Now's the time to be scared the most 

He's looking everywhere but in your eyes. 



So don't leave Martin alone tonight 

Keep him talking until daylight 

This time well I think he's coming through. 



'S endless coffee and cigarettes 

Now don't take it hard when he says 

He doesn't need you cos that's when he needs you most 

He'll cry till he laughs and laugh till he weeps 

And suddenly he'll fall asleep 

Then you can let your own eyes close 



Don't leave Martin alone tonight 

Keep him talking until daylight 

This time well I think he's coming through 

This time I think he's coming through.