Living the dream, but you've been interrupted
'Cause you're one man down and you've been corrupted
They've suited you better for Hollywood life
Where the fakest of the fake see their names in lights
And your cold core stabs like a spade
Through all the clubs you have played
And shining like a diamond make sure you're all dolled up
But you have lost your heart
Your temper's as short as your backbone is frail
And your denial's as strong as your will to prevail
And all your friends are just ticket sales
You don't know what it is to be reckless and free
You are marionettes and painted eyes can't see
But you are young and fragile and sensitive things
And I hope you grow out of your strings
So have fun on your rutter-less ship
And know that I'm worried for you
'Cause you're young and you're dumb and you're not the only one
'Cause I am that way, too
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