Tragedy of the Commons
Unveiling the Tragedy: A Tale of Greed and Redemption
Lyrics
Who fucking wants it
Expressing challenge or defiance towards others.
Come and take it from me
Inviting others to attempt to take something from the speaker.
Who fucking wants it
Reiteration of the challenge or defiance.
Oh I cant wait to see
Expressing anticipation or eagerness to witness the outcome.
When we left for the hunt they couldn't be found
Upon departure, the sought-after items were unavailable.
Now the foods on the table so they come back around
Now that what was sought is available, others return.
When you've bled for the tribe nothing is taken so quick
Having sacrificed for the community, nothing is taken hastily.
It's awarded to those who wouldn't falter or split
Rewards are given to those who remained steadfast.
So now I give you the choice what will you pick
Offering a choice to the listener.
Will you eat till you're full
Option to consume until satisfaction.
Will you eat till you're sick
Suggesting excessive consumption leading to discomfort or illness.
You made it this far with excuse and deceit
Accusing the listener of reaching this point by making excuses and using deceit.
Breaking the backs of the frail and the weak
Criticizing the listener for exploiting the vulnerable.
So who fucking wants it
Reiteration of the challenge or defiance.
Come and take it from me
Inviting others to attempt to take something from the speaker (repeated).
Who fucking wants it
Reiteration of the challenge or defiance (repeated).
Oh I cant wait to see
Expressing anticipation or eagerness to witness the outcome (repeated).
And when you beg for a pardon
When seeking forgiveness, being in a humbled state.
humbled down on your knees
Being reduced to a state of humility, asking for forgiveness.
The last word being heard
The final words heard are pleading for mercy.
Will be a whimpering please
Assumption that the person didn't expect to be caught or noticed.
You thought no one was looking
Belief that the person committed theft without being observed.
Thought that we wouldn't see
Perception that the person thought their actions were unseen.
You stealing our portions
Accusing the person of taking more than their fair share.
Taking more then you need
Condemning the individual for excessive consumption.
We are the cure to your selfish disease
Describing themselves as the solution to the listener's selfish behavior.
The side effect of your glutton and greed
They see themselves as a consequence of the listener's excessive desire and selfishness.
So who fucking wants it
Reiteration of the challenge or defiance (repeated).
Come and take it from me
Inviting others to attempt to take something from the speaker (repeated).
Who fucking wants it
Reiteration of the challenge or defiance (repeated).
Oh I cant wait to see
Expressing anticipation or eagerness to witness the outcome (repeated).
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