Applaud the privileged
Who usher large crowds
Follow the rich
Who’s money leads us down
A meandering road of illusion
Smile for the funny
Who entertain us for now
Fall prey to the beautiful faces
That you always allow
To take you down the road of illusion
Praise the famous
Who you long to be like
Listen to the loud voices
Covered up in strife
They’re taking you down the road of illusion
Somewhere in the jungle
Of concrete and hustle
There are regular people
Building tough bone and strong muscle
To resist the temptation
Of the road of illusion
Your attention is valuable
Don’t be led astray
Seek out those who are struggling
To make it through today
For the path they have taken
Is one of deception
And your hand being offered
Could be their redemption
Fortune has paved a road
To keep you in delusion
It’s a long and meandering road
The road of illusion
Don’t be led astray
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P.A. Wilkinson
Trying to make sense of the universe around us. The mistakes of yesterday are today’s wisdom.
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Great line. "A meandering road of illusion" suggests misdirection and getting lost. Perfect description.