[Verse 1]
(Soft, melancholic piano accompaniment)
In a world of deceit, where truth is hard to find
Honest hearts are labeled dishonest, left behind
The poor are shunned, their dignity denied
Respect's a luxury, only the wealthy can provide

[Chorus]
(Building instrumentation, adding strings and woodwinds)
Oh, a tale so unkind, a tale so cold
Love's just a story, money's the heart's gold
We hoard our riches, yet can't give a dime
A tale so unkind, a world so unkind

[Verse 2]
(Adding a haunting violin or cello melody)
A child grows in the womb, nine months of love and care
But...