[Verse] Power plays, they orchestrate, maneuver slick, silver tongue Twist the rules and bend the shapes, while we stay young, spritz with rum Chessboard moves, night and day, plotting grand, scheming plot Every word a hidden blade, shaking hands, smile that's fake. [Verse 2] Cat's cradle, tangled strings, web they weave, deceit they spin In the shadows, whisper things, silent vows, fabric thin Gamble life atop a bluff, poker face, call the bluff Underneath, it's smooth and rough, fragile trust, never tough. [Chorus] It's an elaborate game they play, sway any way, just don't betray Keep the cards up close and tight, every move, day and night In the city, in the light, hidden truths, out of sight Never trust, never stray, in this game, come what may. [Bridge] Mirrors hide the deepest lies, painted masks, alibis Blinding truth behind the guise, secrets shared, never wise Clever moves on every side, trust in none, there's no guide In this maze, we coincide, sly and slick, we all collide. [Verse 3] Long con spins its twisted tale, hearts for gold, souls for sale In the labyrinth they flail, hoping truth will prevail Every smile hides a snare, every glance laced with care Play it smooth, never rare, step by step, if you dare. [Chorus] It's an elaborate game they play, sway any way, just don't betray Keep the cards up close and tight, every move, day and night In the city, in the light, hidden truths, out of sight Never trust, never stray, in this game, come what may.