Well, I was drivin' down Main in Springfield town,
Saw a sign that made me stop and frown.
"Barbecue special, tastes like no other,"
But I ain't talkin' 'bout pork or chicken, brother.
My buddy said, "Come on, just give it a try,
It's tender and tasty, don't ask why."
I hesitated, felt my heart turn cold,
But they handed me a fork, and the story unfolds...
Oh, won't you stop eatin' cats and dogs,
It ain't right to put 'em on the logs.
Man's best friend deserves some love,
Not a plate down here, but a place up above.
But when I took a bite, I can't deny,
I understood the reason why.
I said, "Man, this don't sit well with me,
But this barbecue's better than I thought it'd be.
It's smoky, savory, fall-off-the-bone,
Now I get why they're so prone.
My mind said no, but my taste buds lied,
'Cause that flavor hit me from deep inside.
But as I chewed, my guilt grew strong,
Now I see why it feels so wrong.
Oh, won't you stop eatin' cats and dogs,
It ain't right to put 'em on the logs.
Man's best friend deserves some love,
Not a plate down here, but a place up above.
But when I took a bite, I can't deny,
I understood the reason why.
They're more than just food, they're our loyal friends,
With a love that stays 'til the bitter end.
But I felt the pull, I tasted the truth,
Even though I'm ashamed, it tasted smooth.
Oh, won't you stop eatin' cats and dogs,
It ain't right to put 'em on the logs.
Man's best friend deserves some love,
Not a plate down here, but a place up above.
Yeah, I took a bite, now I understand,
But that's a line I'll never cross again.
In Springfield town, we all make our choices,
But I can't ignore those guilty voices.
No more cats, no more dogs, it's time to quit,
Even if that taste, I'll never forget.