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Lyrics for '(The) Fall Of The Worlds Own Optimist' by 'Elvis Costello'
(elvis Costello/aimee Mann)
There's No Charity In You
And That Surprises Me
I Guess I Thought You were A Golden Idol
'cause I Called You Majesty
On The Balustrade
You Watched Me Hunt For Tips I Was Obliged To Pick Up
From The Passing Trade
Chorus:
Hey, Kids--look At This
It's The Fall Of The World's Own Optimist
I Could Get Back Up If You Insist
But You'll Have To Ask Politely
'cause The Eggshells I've Been Treading
Couldn't Spare Me A Beheading
And I'll Know I Had It Coming
From A Caesar Who Was Only Slumming
Hey, Kids--look At This
It's The Fall Of The World's Own Optimist
Well, I Could Have Objections
Which You Could Override
But What's The Point--we're Only Flogging The Horse
When The Horseman Has Up And Died
Once I Testified
And Swore I'd Never Leave A Stone Unturned--
I Bet You're Really Glad That I Lied
Chorus
Hey, Kids--look At This
It's The Fall Of The World's Own Optimist
I Could Get Back Up If You Insist
But You'll Have To Ask Politely
Yes, You'll Have To Ask Politely
Yes, You'll Have To Ask
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