Stem WinderThe twist of the knob,
the spring winds tight,
the ribbon loosens
until it is light.
A second ticks by,
A second ticks by,
A second ticks by,
Stem Winder.
The time is precise,
the spring runs true.
The moment loosens
without the glue.
A second ticks by,
A second ticks by,
A second ticks by,
Stem Winder.