Lights Camera Activism
Camera's Deception: Ego in Spotlight
Lyrics
Donate on camera, take it back when you're done
Performing charitable acts for public display, but retracting the contribution afterward.
It's only a little, it'll double in sum
Minimizing the donation, expecting it to grow over time.
They can keep a little, they've got nothing else
Others may retain a small portion, as they lack substantial resources.
You'll get paid later, you can keep for yourself
Assurance of future compensation, allowing personal gain from the act.
You only care if the camera's on you
Concern for social issues only when in the spotlight.
It never has to show the truth
The camera's focus does not necessarily reveal the genuine reality.
You only care if the camera's on you
Reiteration of the self-centered attitude when under the camera's gaze.
It just needs to benefit you
Actions only pursued if personal benefits are guaranteed.
You don't need this to make you look cool
Rejecting the need for social causes to enhance one's image.
You say it's normal, I'm just your ego tool
Considering oneself as a tool for another's ego, downplaying significance.
You'll dispose of me later, on the side of the road
Expecting abandonment and disregard for contributions in the future.
It don't matter where I go
Indifference to the destination or impact of one's actions.
You only care if the camera's on you
Repetition of the theme: selective concern dependent on camera presence.
It never has to show the truth
Emphasizing that the camera's portrayal may not reflect the truth.
You only care if the camera's on you
Reiteration of self-interest prevailing when under the camera's lens.
It just needs to benefit you
Stressing actions' dependence on personal advantage, not broader impact.
Get all of the praises, for all you do
Seeking acknowledgment for deeds, regardless of their authenticity.
It doesn't matter, if it's not true
Indifference to the truth behind praised actions.
You only care if the camera's on you
Reiteration of the central theme: selective concern tied to camera presence.
It never has to show the truth
Highlighting the potential distortion of truth when under the camera's influence.
You only care if the camera's on you
Restating the self-centered mindset prevailing in the presence of the camera.
It just needs to benefit you
Affirming that actions merely need to serve personal interests when on camera.
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