the assertive are taking control of their lives
what else can you do in these times?
but so many are idle and complacent as they trudge along their thinning lives
who holds the pen that is drawing your path?
your interests don't concern his thoughts
if you trust him, you'll be hearing too much without thinking enough

and you will say that it is all a lie
oligarchy withholding human rights
you're oppressed, that's why your lunch is free
don't give a second thought to your right to responsibility

history's been unkind to those thought unqualified, but times are changing
it's something the politicians will verify
they're ready to tell the truth
who's going to do the drive-by tonight?
which one of us will be on the front page tomorrow?
is it the government's fault anymore?

and you're wondering who's accountable this time
the man is filling our streets with guns
we'd rather sell drugs than work honestly
give me all I want but I won't accept your right to responsibility

don't depend on anybody else
they don't care as much as you
stop blaming everybody else
the problem always starts with you
they've successfully beaten you down
your spirit has died it's true
everyone has obstacles,
the biggest one is believing in you