1 lyrics for "But careful if you try" The Moon Is A Harsh MistressPat MethenyThe moon's a harsh mistress And the moon's a harsh mistress See her how she flies Golden sails across the sky Close enough to touch But careful if you try Though she looks as warm as gold The moon can be so cold Once the sun did shinePlayRelated Songs 214.1K Windows (Album Version)Pat Metheny 574.6K SpiritualPat Metheny 617.2K The Moon SongPat MethenySuggestions SongAutumn SerenadeJohn ColtraneCheek to CheekJane MonheitCow Cow BoogieElla FitzgeraldHe's Got the Whole World In His HandNina Simone