What is it in life that makes us feel That it's impossible to walk away? Business holds people like hostages Locked away in boardrooms and offices A place to rest, a mouth to feed People's misconception of what it means to be free I'm leaving it all, I'm starting to see There's something to be said for living modestly So the days turn into the years Quick fix has become a career Think back to your happiest days Back when you didn't have a single cent What is it in life that makes us feel That it's impossible to walk away? Business holds people like hostages Locked away in boardrooms and offices So don't be like me, don't you make the same mistake Go get an education, find a job and play it safe Sorry dad but I'm off to find another way This form of happiness in checks can't pay integrity A place to rest, a mouth to feed People's misconception what it means to be free I'm leaving it all, I'm starting to see There's something to be said for living modestly Cause we had it all Everything