[Verse 1]
Underneath your cushioned throne
A guardian waits, yellow and unknown
Check the space beneath your feet
Before the engines start their beat
Pull the tabs and find the straps
But hold your breath, don't spring the traps
[Chorus]
Wait to inflate, don't jump the gate
Red tab pulls when you escape
Manual tube when systems fail
Under seats, they tell the tale
Wait to inflate, seal your fate
Life vest saves but timing's straight
[Verse 2]
Fabric folded, compact and tight
Engineered for aquatic flight
Slip it on but keep it flat
CO2 sleeps beneath the mat
Exit door is your cue to grow
Premature means nowhere to go
[Chorus]
Wait to inflate, don't jump the gate
Red tab pulls when you escape
Manual tube when systems fail
Under seats, they tell the tale
Wait to inflate, seal your fate
Life vest saves but timing's straight
[Bridge]
Red means go when you're outside
Backup breath tube by your side
Swollen vest blocks narrow aisles
Deflated path saves precious miles
Between the seats or down below
That's where safety helpers grow
[Chorus]
Wait to inflate, don't jump the gate
Red tab pulls when you escape
Manual tube when systems fail
Under seats, they tell the tale
Wait to inflate, seal your fate
Life vest saves but timing's straight
[Outro]
Find it first, then wear it loose
Timing holds the magic juice
Red tab waits for open air
Life depends on when and where