Lyrics of
25 Or 6 To 4

25 or 6 to 4 by Chicago is about the songwriters attempt to write a song in the early morning hours (25 or 26 to 4 refers to the time, 3:35 or 3:34 AM). The song was written by Robert Lamm, one of the bands founding members.

(first time guitar only, then drums)

Waiting for the break of day, searching for something to say
Flashing lights against the sky, giving up I close my eyes
Sitting cross-legged on the floor, 25 or 6 to 4


Staring blindly into space, getting up to splash my face
Wanting just to stay awake, wondering how much I can take
Should I try to do some more, 25 or 6 to 4



Feeling like I ought to sleep, spinning room is sinking deep
Searching for something to say, waiting for the break of day
25 or 6 to 4, 25 or 6 to 4