07 – JZ – Black Tie Alibi

Intro Rain tap window. Ice in glass. Verse 1 Black tie alibi at a corner booth Champagne lies wrapped in truth Seen briefcases trade hands smooth While someone sniffed to stay aloof White dust on a polished tray Under dim cabaret They say it keep nerves at bay I seen it give the game away Jazz club thick with secrets hid Bartender nod like he never did Witness to every bid Every ego overbid Hook Roll One & Chill in the smoke Gelato Glow Records bespoke No fast choke Just slow stroke Verse 2 High heels echo marble tile FBI type smile Meanwhile Another file He thought that powder kept him sharp But it left a mark In the dark Like chalk I lean back, inhale slow Let the tempo grow I don’t owe That undertow Bridge Trumpet cry through velvet red Bassline steady, unsaid Not misled Just ahead Verse 3 Gelato Glow Sessions low-profile No denial No trial Just style Outro Black tie undone Deal done We won