They say turn the bright lights on
   And there you'll find the truth
   Here, open up this book
   And now you'll find the proof
   It feels like a can of worms
   Keep the lid on tight
   They say
   Don't let it get too bright (x3)
   No
  
   They tell me it takes sorrow, boy
   To help you feel the joy
   They say it takes poverty
   To let you love a toy
   Now you can't have the good
   Until you've shared the bad
   Don't let it get too sad (x3)
   No, not this time, time
  
   They say it takes hardship, boy
   To let you love arrest
   Sometimes underneath the road
   Is where I show my best
   Go, put your work clothes on
   Go and leave your mark
   And they say
   Don't let it get too dark (x3)
   No, not this time