TV runs; an unreal show
we are shocked and so confused
it`s a disgrace and a shame
do you see?

repercussions of a life
which is formed by ignorance
allocation is everywhere
do you see?

could you tell me what`s so hard
to be honest, free and just ?
how should people recognize
the truth when the state plays chess

humbled figures in this chess
captivated in this game
the queen is money, the king is armed
do you see?

there`s no scapegoat and no blemish (fehler)
it`s the rule, that`s how it is
if we don`t try to abolish (this wired game)
do you see?

could you tell me what`s so hard
to be honest, free and just ?
how should people recognize
the truth when the state plays chess

this absurd game makes me sick and sad
compulsion and shock