Operation Ivy Caution Lyrics

Caution is a word that I can't understand
C-a-u-t-i-o-n was a word I could not understand
Walked the dog with a real short leash
Turned around saw the dog walk me
Stainless steel and painted glass give me
A pulse like a hammer and a mind to match
No relief no food no sleep
When you're king for a day
You're a w____ for a week
I didnt get it then
I think I got it now
Caution my friend
Dont step in the water 'till you know you can swim