When school finished at half past three
I didn’t go home unfortunately
‘Cause I messed around in history
Chemistry, biology and literacy
My teacher said I had to pay the penalty

I got a detention
I got a detention
Sir said I attract too much negative attention
If I attract any more I’ll receive a suspension
What did I get?
I got a detention

My punishment was writing many essays and lines
On how to show respect and listen all the time
Concentrate on sharpening those ears of mine
What was the sentence imposed for my crime?

I got a detention
I got a detention
My timetable had an hour extension
You walked home while I walked in the other direction
What did I get?
I got a detention

I acted like the class clown and then I got caught
I’m worried about what will be in my report
Though I pleaded like an innocent “It wasn’t my fault”
Teacher said it’s a lesson I must be taught

I got a detention
I got a detention
I was going to be a prefect now I’m out of contention
If you see my Mum it’s something you shouldn’t mention
What did I get?
I got a detention

So don’t follow the bad example
I’ve set you
Or you’ll end up
With a detention too
What will you get?
You’ll get a detention