press it up against your ear and never let go
you're slowly cranking up the volume of their control
i carefully listen to the voice on the other side
that tells me all i need to know and then says good-bye

hello! self phone!
got some love for me today?
hello! self phone!
ticking the time from me away

i know it's not only me
but it’s my philosophy
my number you will not see
on your caller i.d.

my selfishness and thoughtless ways
have been my only enemy

hello! self phone!
i've got your number on my mind
hello! self phone!
i'll call you when i have the time
hello! self phone!
'cause this illusion isn't real
hello! self phone!
so let's keep both hands on the wheel