Engine 4 is a catchy and fun pop song with a sense of humor and yet also serious lessons about safety. It was inspired by a real world fire truck and crew that is still in service today. Kyle Tupper, James Jenkins and Jay Banwell make vocal contributions along with quality drumming by Jake Naugle.
Lyrics
March 2017 Words & Music: W. Jay Banwell
Engine 4
BPM=120
1st Verse:
Mr. Parker, why did you forget
To put out your last cigarette?
Please don’t make excuses now
Build:
Stop sipping from the flask
You cannot multitask
You’ve got (a) fire!
Chorus:
Engine 4 is coming
I am sure there is help on the way
She’s full speed and hummin’ (with sirens)
You can bet (trust) that she’ll save the day
Go go go (Oh oh oh)
And (just) let us see (watch) the show
2nd Verse:
Mrs. Lindsey, why’d you mow the lawn
And leave your gas burners on?
Don’t you blame it on the kids
Build:
You failed to check your stove
Your house was left alone
You’ve got (a) fire!
Extended Chorus
Engine 4 is coming
I can sense there is help on the way
She’s full speed and hummin’ (with sirens)
You can bet (trust) that she’ll save the day
Go go go
Is it under control?
We’re all anxious to know; are we All Clear?
Solo section
(Her siren it glows; it’s so good to know)
3rd Verse:
Dr. Seymore, why’d you burn the trash
Then lose sight of hot blowing ash?
Neighbors live right next to you (in the plume)
Build:
(The) A fence is getting charred
Screams come from the yard
You’ve got (a) fire!
Chorus