A catchy rock song about breaking the chains that hold you

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Prisoner

A revelation slips before my eyes
I’ve sat here long enough to realize
Climbing that ladder
Only shortens my sentence
So why am I serving time?
This wasn’t part of my design.

Prisoner, Prisoner
Prisoner, Prisoner
Bend these bars
And break these walls
You’re free to go now
Let it be known
In spite of what you sold
Don’t let this cell become your home

It’s casual dress today
No necktie, no noose
To hang my peace of mind
If only for display
The most stylish of slaves

Hold your breath as we’re pulled under
This unforgiving tide.
If it’s the challenge that you crave,
Don’t let these shark infested waters mark your grave.