you're like a clown
with that painted smile
you've always got
something up your sleeve
but you're tricks don't
entertain me at all

don't cry to me like
you have a conscience
don't lie to me like
I haven't already heard it

there's no morality in your manner
there's no sincerity in your banter

you're like a book
that I've already read
despite your cover,
I already know the end
and it was never a good
story to begin with

don't scan my face for
any signs of forgiveness
don't hold yourself like
you've got an ounce of respect

there's no justice in your retribution
there's no faith in your communion

don't speak to me like
we never knew each other
don't look at me like
I don't know what you're thinking