Tiger in the Rain
by Michael Franks
from the album “Tiger in the Rain“
released in 1979
Cover painting: Henri Rousseau’s “Tiger in a Tropical Storm“, 1891.
Most of the time
He’s the Lord of the Jungle —
Everyone grins while he gripes
Usually he’s found just lounging around
In his stripes
His tiger-lady’s a superfine feline —
Just what His Highness deserves . . .
A sleek purring pussycat
Proud of her pussycat curves
He’s a Tiger in the Rain
It’s the thunder and lightning
He can’t explain
He’s a Tiger in the Rain
Who’s frightened
Caught in the Storm
He came searching for shelter —
Right up to me and my spouse
We both stroked his chin
Then invited him into the house