Carolyn's a piece of coal in a world with a lust for diamonds She really likes to dance but never gets a chance Oh to realize her goals, and noone knew this more than I did Ah, Carolyn please focus in She's tired of all the streetfighting And when will it ever end? She's practically missed that dream train I think she's ready to believe The best years of her life are behind her now Where do you think she got that idea? From that one place, a certain some place How does it feel? When you've got more than a bit part in this play she's in Oh no, the taming of Carolyn They put a price on what she's learned A subtle twist in her position Her mother's worst fears are confirmed She's taken off with some musician What kind of life is that for the child of a doormat? Other fathers were hitting baseballs While her dad was hitting the sauce With never a moment's thought toward what was gained And what was lost Can't you see? You're asking for something she can't be Can't you see? Some things are solid gold we thought were only tin And though she prefers Carolina Everybody seems to call her Carolyn Carolyn When they bring you to tears Just put your fingers in your ears and scream Nah na na na 'Cause you're just like me Oh won't you take my hand and we'll be