Lion
Toto · Collections [2008]
We were headed for disaster
Woke up, I got ready for work
You weren't around
I was fast, but you were faster
Such a night, feeling right
Nothing I could say
(Then you went away)
Have to know, why'd you go?
Couldn't even beg you to stay
Lyin' in a sweat, tryin' to forget
All of my lovin' for you girl
Lyin' in a sweat, tryin' to forget
All of my lovin' for you girl
Huntress, you compell me with your eyes
It's my heart that you're enslaving
Serpent dance
You really hypnotize
To the lion's den is the road for me you're paving
In a trance, saw you dance
And you made romance to me
(Don't take it away)
Took a chance, circumstance
And it wasn't hard to see
Lyin' in a sweat, tryin' to forget
All of my lovin' for you girl
Lyin' in a sweat, tryin' to forget
All of my lovin' for you girl
You're the one that made me feel this way
So alone without your smile
You took my heart
Left my soul to pay
Just to watch me crawl on another smile
Lyin' in a sweat, tryin' to forget
All of my lovin' for you girl
Lyin' in a sweat, tryin' to forget
All of my lovin' for you girl
Lion
Toto's "Lion" stands as a defining track from their 2008 compilation, "Collections," showcasing the band's enduring ability to blend rock and pop sensibilities. The song features the group's signature sound, characterized by David Hasselhoff's distinctive vocals and the interplay between the rhythm section and lead guitar. As part of their extensive discography, the track reflects the band's mature artistry, maintaining the melodic hooks and polished production that made them a staple in the 1980s while appealing to new audiences. Its inclusion on a greatest hits-style album highlights its status as a fan-favorite that captures the essence of Toto's collaborative spirit and musical versatility across different eras.