[Intro – spoken] Who says the grown-ups have to stay home? Press your best suit, grab a candy bag—let’s go! [Verse 1] We pinned on badges, borrowed ties, Put paper halos over lies. A clipboard tucked beneath each arm, We promised every gift would do good harm— No, good work! We meant good work! [Pre-Chorus] We rang the bell with earnest faces, Made big promises for all the places. A little coin for a brighter tomorrow, They dropped it in, no hint of sorrow. [Chorus] Grown-ups get to trick-or-treat! Knock that door and tap your feet. “Help our cause!” we call with class— Then we pocket all the cash! Oops, we tricked you, what a night! We’re taking this cash for our stash—alright! Grown-ups get to trick-or-treat! One more porch and one more street! [Verse 2] One wore a sash, one wore a crown, One shook hands with the whole darn town. We had petitions, pens, and charm, And a spooky little fundraising arm. “Your generous gift will change the day!” We waved, then hurried off away. [Pre-Chorus] We counted coins behind the hedge, Made one more very solemn pledge. Next year we’ll bring a better plan— And maybe a slightly bigger can! [Chorus] Grown-ups get to trick-or-treat! Knock that door and tap your feet. “Help our cause!” we call with class— Then we pocket all the cash! Oops, we tricked you, what a night! We’re taking this cash for our stash—alright! Grown-ups get to trick-or-treat! One more porch and one more street! [Bridge] Now, to be fair, we’ll make amends: Buy candy for our neighbors and friends. A bag for the kids, a treat for the crew— And one tiny snack for the campaign suit too! [Final Chorus] Grown-ups get to trick-or-treat! Knock that door and tap your feet. “Help our cause!” we call with class— Then we pocket all the cash! Oops, we tricked you, what a night! We’re taking this cash for our stash—alright! Grown-ups get to trick-or-treat! Happy Halloween—now pass the sweets! [Outro – spoken] And remember: every donation goes to… candy.
