[Verse] In the dead of night he heard a sound Johnny woke and looked around Intruder in his family's home Not a fear but a curious tone [Verse 2] Intruder started to chant and sing About the lightning birds and the spring Laughter echoed through the hall Johnny couldn't help but feel enthralled [Chorus] He sang about the birds up high The cats that prowled with a regal eye Johnny watched in disbelief This was madness this was brief [Verse 3] Birds of prey and cats so sly Through the night his voice would fly Johnny felt the magic spin Twisted tales of feathers and skin [Verse 4] Intruder danced with agile grace Smile painted on his face Johnny’s fright began to fade This night was something legend made [Chorus] He sang about the birds up high The cats that prowled with a regal eye Johnny watched in disbelief This was madness this was brief
