The Carnival
We embraced the dream,
And bathed in ancient streams,
Lived in a generous land,
And walked the timeless ways of man.
Then there was day after day.
The passing seasons stripped away.
Playing out in your eyes,
We travelled under troubled skies.
The carnival is back in town,
Or maybe it's the other way around.
The power play is played again.
The king is trying to reign.
What could explain this scene,
And burn away the sacred green,
Control the air we breathe,
And design the life we lead?
Won't you come together?
The carnival is back in town.
Brought to you by your king.
Step right up, taking all bets.
Lay your body down.
Get your seats for the saddest show on earth.
For sale today for your listening pleasure,
The end of civilization as we know it.
The carnival is back in town,
Or maybe it's the other way around.
The power play is played again.
The king is trying to reign.
The carnival is back in town.
The empires winding down.
The same old song is sung again.
The story's old and never ends.