The story is told of the power of gold

And its lure on the unsuspecting

It glitters and shines, it badgers and blinds

And constantly needs protecting



Balance the cost of the soul you lost

With the dreams you lightly sold

Are you under the power of gold?



The letters and calls got you climbing the walls

And everyone wants a favor

They beg to remind you of times left behind you

But you know the past is a loser



The face you're wearing is different now

And the days run hot and cold

Are you under the power of gold?

The power of gold



You're a creature of habit, run like a rabbit

Scared of a fear you can't name

You own paranoia is looming before you

But nobody thinks that it's a game



Balance the cost of the soul you lost

With the dreams you lightly sold

Then tell me that you're free of the power of gold

The power of gold



The women are lovely, the wine is superb

But there's something about the song that disturbs you