She takes the step that'll mean "good-bye" to home She knows it's time to make the break She's got a bag with her mirror, brush and comb That's all she really needs to take She's got to travel light She's walking all the way "London's not too far" She's heard the neighbors say Her heart just beats like it's never done before If someone stops her now, she'll die A little prayer, as she fumbles with the door She hopes her mom and dad won't cry She planned it all herself And now she's on her way "London's not too far" She's heard the neighbors say She's so in love with a man she doesn't know She's only seen him on TV But love is strong, and it's calling her to go To London, where he's sure to be The door is open now She's free to walk away "London's not too far" She's heard the neighbors say She looks outside, it's a wet and windy night It looks so very dark and cold She thinks, perhaps, London's not so very bright Especially when you're five years old