Songtext von What Comes Before

Thinking yourself open, you speak confidently Arrogance apparent, as you refuse to see Those born high, cannot be faulted Your mind is twisted, and your future clouded Those gathered below shout both praise and words of hate Look deep into their eyes, their appetites sate Do you deny your narcissism? With care you peel away their pessimism Meet my eyes, i am one with them See through the lies, recognize what you pretend You hide behind the mask of your skin Shelter beneath the cloak of your sin Do you embrace your hedonism? With hurried breath you bring down their optimism When the strings are seen, they may be seized Losing control, as they beg for your favour Closing your eyes, to maintain control you labour Control, i see your grasp wavering Denied, the chance to live as yourself When the strings are seen, they may be seized