Lyrics Playing by the Rules - James Mercer

I learned the hard way over time
Can't do it my way, have to stay in line
It will be easy but make no mistakes
That's what it takes, that's what they say

Don't be a stranger, don't be alone
If you come any closer you are on your own
Why are you crying? Need to toughen up
Stop being cold, show a little love

If it's oh so simple
How can I be so confused?
What is all of this for?
I've been playing by the rules

You'll be a leader if you follow suit
Don't be a preacher, have to play it cool
It will be easy but make no mistakes
There's a lot at stake, that's what they say

You already know it but you have to learn
Need to pick up the pace, but you must wait your turn
Why are you trying?, Have you given up?
You're changing the world but it's not enough

If it's oh so simple
How can I be so confused
What is all of this for?
I've been playing by the rules

If it's oh so simple
How can I be so confused
What is all of this for?
I've been playing by the rules

Playing by the
I've been playing by the rules
Playing by the
I've been playing by the rules

If it's oh so simple
How can I be so confused
What is all of this for?
I've been playing by the rules

If it's oh so simple
How can I be so confused
What is all of this for?
I've been playing by the rules

Playing by the
I've been playing by the rules
Playing by the