Pleas

They say turn the bright lights on And there you'll find the truth Here, open up this book And now you'll find the proof It feels like a can of worms Keep the lid on tight, and they say Don't let it get too bright Don't let it get too bright Don't let it get too bright No, not this time They tell me it takes sorrow, boy To help you feel the joy They say it takes poverty To let you love a toy Now you can't have the good Until you've shared the bad Don't let it get too sad Don't let it get too sad Don't let it get too sad No, not this time, time They say it takes hardship, boy To let you love the rest Sometimes underneath the load Is where I show my best Go, put your work clothes on Go and leave your mark And they say Don't let it get too dark Don't let it get too dark Don't let it get too dark No, not this time