Well, I'm a stranger in this jungle land Le Crazy American The natives speak my name in fear But with my semi-automatic, man, they know I'm here Mercenary, get your gun (load ‘em up) Mercenary Well, I'll see you in a week Down in Costa Rica Well, I'm a soldier of fortune if the price is right In brightest day, in blackest night The rebels have my sentiment But I'm being paid by the government Mercenary, get your gun - only 21 (poor boy) Mercenary Well, I'll see you in a week Down in Costa Rica Just outside the rebel camp The air is thick, the ground is damp One false move could mean my life Well it's a dirty job, but the money's nice! Mercenary Mercenary See you in a week Down in Costa Rica See you in a week Down in Costa Rica See you in a week Down in Costa Rica