LYRIC FOR SALE

By Brian Tarr

I swear I’ve seen it all before but I can’t remember when
Like re-runs of a show but it’s a little bit different
The characters are similar, the stories sound familiar
And when I think it’s over, the show starts again

Give me something new, something else to experience
Not something old that’s been done for the sake of convenience
Make me feel anything than what I’m feeling now
Anything at all to numb myself somehow

They claim that they’re original, their message short and simple
Yet there’s something subliminal behind those smiles and dimples
Nostalgia laced in phrases to get the reaction they want
Bringing people closer at the cost of breaking bonds

Give me something new, something else to experience
Not something old that’s been done for the sake of convenience
Make me feel anything than what I’m feeling now
Anything at all to numb myself somehow

Look at how they’re laughing; the joke was not the reason
Mocking situations, making light of circumstances
How can they sleep knowing what has happened?
I feel bad for those trapped in their cage
But they must be glad to perform on stage

Give me something new, something else to experience
Not something old that’s been done for the sake of convenience
Make me feel anything than what I’m feeling now
Anything at all to numb myself somehow