Whispers of Power

Joe's got a habit that's a bit unclear Whispers and a sniff when somebody's near He's got a manner that some can't define Yet he walks the line in a world so fine In the Senate halls, back in older days Got a little close, just his friendly ways Smile so wide, ol' diamond Joe Crosses the aisle with a gentle hello Offers a shoulder or two for support 'Sides, that's just Joe, the political sort Every step taken, a pat and a grin Sniff or two here, but his heart's genuine Now he's top man, sittin' in the big chair Change in his pocket, and scent in the air A social fellow with a nose for the crowd Whiff of ambition, speaking quite loud Promised unity, across the divide Folks still whisper 'bout his tactile guide He's got charm, that's for sure, with a touch so light Hands on your shoulder in the cool fall night Boundaries blurry in the old boys' club A sensitive leader with a soft, warm rub Through the union calls and campaign trails Joe's got a habit, but his heart prevails Comin' round the corner with a grin so keen Joe's got a way that's gotta be seen He's an old school gent with a friendly lean A sniff here and there, just part of the scene [Chorus] That's just Joe, with his charm machine A little closer now, what's the harm it seems With every handshake, a closeness felt A familiar whisper, like a heart that's melt He style, he sways, with a vintage flair Joe's ways might pause, but folks mostly don't care [Chorus] That's our Joe, with his hair so white A nuzzle here and there, he's a friendly sight Got that smile, that presidential style Creases and crinkles, but don't you dare revile Betwixt the lines of age, his affectionate stage Joe's got that old-school touch, Americana's sage Winks and whispers, a soft old melody Every sniff a chapter in his personal anthology In the glare of a thousand flashbulbs' light Joe makes a round with his grin so bright In the hubbub, he's folksy and near A little too close, whispers some would fear 'Midst the campaign signs, hands held high He leans in with that look in his eye