[Intro] Mechanical hum, distorted synths A relentless march, a rhythm so cold [Verse 1] I'm a cog in the machine, a gear in the wheel Following orders, my conscience sealed I'm a soldier, a drone, a pawn in the game My actions dictated, my soul's not my aim [Chorus] Chain of command, a hierarchy of control I'm a link in the chain, my freedom's lost its role Chain of command, a system so divine I'm a servant to the state, my will's not mine [Verse 2] The voice in my ear, a constant refrain Reminding me of my duty, my purpose, my pain I'm a tool, a weapon, a means to an end My humanity sacrificed, my heart and soul to amend [Chorus] Chain of command, a hierarchy of control I'm a link in the chain, my freedom's lost its role Chain of command, a system so divine I'm a servant to the state, my will's not mine [Bridge] Rebellion simmers, a spark in the dark A glimmer of hope, a chance to embark On a path of resistance, a fight for what's right But the chain's strong, and it's hard to ignite [Outro] The machine's relentless, it won't stop or slow I'm just a cog, a gear, a part to be replaced, you know The chain of command, it stretches far and wide A never-ending cycle, a prison to abide.
