He's got one foot in the past
As long as he can last
Seen some strange things
Keeps him moving fast
On the treadmill of life
Engaged but reserved
Exhibits little nerve
Beaten down by time
He'll end up in line
Processed by the system
Caught up in the mayhem
Then the day finally comes
To face the maker if there is one
Pick a spot for what remains
Every day seems the same
20th century man
Born too soon to see the end
Too late for the beginning
Ends up as a number
That can't be recalled
The memories last forever
As long as you can remember
You're special to someone
If only for a moment in time
20th century man
Your era has passed into history
There is no easy answer
The future is a mystery
And you're a fly on the screen
20th century man
Born too soon to see the end
Too late for the beginning...
The memories last forever
As long as you can remember
