It’s all theater I’m just behind closed curtains That’s probably why no one looks The fabric forcefields let me perfect my routine though I certainly have an array of props to play with A little cardboard box I call home My reliable, evergreen jacket that kinda looks like swiss cheese Oh, and a Styrofoam cup to collect my keep My reward for tonight’s performance
Are they all in on the act? Pretending that I don’t exist just for fun?
I must say, this new crowd is pretty **** good Even the little ones get in on the charade “Mommy, daddy, look at that ma-“ The clutching and quickened paces tell me those young talents might get cut What a shame
I remember when my boss hit the line “you’re fired!” with such conviction I was **** well impressed When I said I couldn’t pay last week’s rent, my landlord must have been practicing that disgusted look for hours
I like this new production, though, so it’s all good Sure, the nights get a bit chilly and the days can be musty but it’s all just show business I sleep happily knowing this lifestyle is just a big act It’s all theater
**….right?
Inspired by the impoverished that are left to fend for themselves on the streets