Still The Boss

Down in Utah County lived the Alan family
The oldest is the sister plus two brothers makes three
When mom and dad went out at night to have what fun they could
They said your sister is in charge you little boys be good
Rob and John yelled we're gonna stay up late tonight
Should watch tv or have a pillow fight
Play indians and cowboys, army men too
You can shake like Elvis Stay off my blue suede shoes
When mom and dad were gone, Karen locked the door
She turned around with hands on hips foot tapping the floor
She gave a little snicker grinned and shook her head
Boys it's time to listen and this is what she said
You can't shake like Elvis I'm the leader of the band
Mom and Dad are gone now and I'm in command
You are the Supremes and I'm Diana Ross
You can sing your hearts out but I'm still the boss

The Alan kids grew up as happy as can be
Cruisin through as teenagers with Karen at the lead
The first to drive a car, the first one on a date
The first one through high school, the first to graduate
Rob and John yelled we're gonna graduate soon
Now they have their families and drive their own cars too
Executive position, executive suite,
Executive sports coat, Executive street
The Alan kids sittin round talking politics
Talk about those senators and all their dirty tricks
Talk about the President with gray hairs on his head
Karen said now listen boys and this is what she said
The President gets on his knees to talk to Mrs. Rodham
If you don't do just what I say I'm gonna kick your bottom
You can call me captain, chief, president or sarge
You are the executives but I'm still in charge

Older sisters are always wise
Older sisters are all neat
Younger brothers get down on your knees
And bow before her feet

I'm the Queen of England the highest royalty
If you don't do just what I say I'm gonna tax your tea
Now don't you try to hide it or toss it of the barge
There are now Freedom Fighters when I'm the one in charge
I'm Oprah Winfrey and you two are my guests
Today will discuss why older sisters are the best
If good things don't come from your mouth I'm gonna get some socks
You have your opinion but I'm still the boss

1993: One February I advertised to write valentine songs for people. I made little fliers and put them up over Orem. I got one client and she had me write two songs. This one she wanted to give to her brothers, basically saying she is still the boss of them. I like the bridge.