Don't Take the Bait

[Verse 1] The headline’s screaming... it’s a neon trap. They’re waiting for your ego to snap. They sell the static... they trade in the heat, While they’re counting the money from a front-row seat. Yeah, "Let’s you and him fight"—that’s the corporate line... But I’m keeping my cool... and I’m keeping what’s mine. [Chorus] Don't take the bait... don't play the game. They get the gold while we take the blame. Step out the ring, let the fever break... Whatever you do... don't take the bait Don't you take it, no... keep it cool... [Verse 2] Look at the person... not the party or the brand. Reach for a fact before you reach for a hand. You can hold your ground... without throwing a punch. Don’t let the spin-doctors... have you for lunch. Respect is the rhythm, truth is the song... They’ve been playing us, baby... for way too long. [Bridge] Conflict is a business... Anger is a check... But I’m cutting the strings... From around... my neck [Outro] Keep your head up. Keep the peace. Stay human. Don't take the bait... Don't take the bait... Don't take the bait... Don't take the bait...