I guess it's funnier from where you're standing 'Cause from over here I miss the joke Clear the way for my crash landing I've done it again Another number for your notes I'd be smiling if I wasn't so desperate I'd be patient if I had the time I could stop and answer all of your questions As soon as I find out How I can move from the back of a lie I'll be your clown Behind the glass Go 'head and laugh 'Cause it's funny I would too if I saw me I'll be your clown On your favorite channel My life's a circus, circus Round in circus I'm selling out tonight I'd be less angry if it was my decision And the money was just rolling in If I had more than my ambition I'll have time for please I'll have time for thank you As soon as I win I'll be your clown Behind the glass Go 'head and laugh 'Cause it's funny I would too if I saw me I'll be your clown On your favorite channel My life's a circus, circus Round in circus I'm selling out tonight From a distance my choice is simple From a distance I can entertain So you can see me I put makeup on my face But there's no way you can feel it From so far away I'll be your clown Behind the glass Go 'head and laugh 'Cause it's funny I would too if I saw me I'll be your clown On your favorite channel My life's a circus, circus Round in circles I'm selling out tonight