“THE SYSTEM WORKS (AND THAT’S WHY WE’RE SCARED)” (Alt. Title: “We Have Nothing to Fear (Except How Well It Works)”) If the last two anthems were utopian hypnosis, this is the grand finale—a fully weaponized, brain-meltingly patriotic song that embraces the ultimate Stockholm Syndrome Singalong. It’s no longer just about obedience—it’s about the paralyzing awe of a system so efficient, so omnipresent, so perfect that to even consider an alternative is heresy. The people aren’t just compliant anymore… They’re grateful. They’re ecstatic. They’re terrified. ⸻ [Verse 1] We said, “Somebody fix this!”—and wow, did they ever, Now our lives are in sync, they run smoother than ever! I wake up at dawn when my wristband says, “Go!” Then I smile at the camera and head to my post. [Pre-Chorus] I used to be troubled, I used to feel doubt, But they cleaned up my thoughts and they wiped my account! [Chorus] 🎶 The system works, and that’s why we’re scared, 🛑 It’s so efficient that it knows we’re aware! 📡 Every problem erased, every question removed, 🔍 And if you have a concern, then you’re part of the proof! [Verse 2] I met a guy once who said “Something’s wrong,” Then he vanished mid-sentence, so I played along. I nodded, I smiled, I said, “He’ll be fine!” And that night I got ten extra credits online. [Pre-Chorus] They gave me a bonus for doing my part, A seat at the front of the Mandatory Art! [Chorus] 🎶 The system works, and that’s why we’re scared, 🛑 It’s so precise that there’s nowhere to err! 💊 It tracks every pulse, it counts every breath, 👁️ And you only get sick if they schedule your death! ⸻ [Bridge: Robotic Infomercial Voiceover] “Good news! The Efficiency Bureau has once again set a new record for preemptively identifying misalignment!” “All scheduled meals will be adjusted to better fit your projected digestion needs.” “As a reminder: Spontaneity is dangerous. Remember to log all emotions immediately.” “Have a great day—or at least the one we assigned!” ⸻ [Verse 3] We used to have crime, we used to have pain, We used to have choice but that got in the way. Now everything’s perfect, now everything’s clear, And if you feel nervous, you’ll love what you hear: [Final Chorus] 🎶 The system works, and that’s why we’re scared, 🛑 If you don’t trust it, then you’re unprepared! 📡 They read what we think, they log every dream, 🚨 So when they knock on your door, just comply and say, “Please!” ⸻ [Outro: Choral, Soft, Creepy Lullaby] “The system works, and we love it so much…” “The system works, and we dare not disrupt…” “The system works, and we’re happy it’s here…” “The system works, so there’s nothing to fear…” “The system works…” “The system works…” “The system works…” (Song cuts out mid-loop.)
