writing the program

the rules dictate the nature of the game
just what and where we set out how to play
if you don't know the venture is your shame

we call you out and tease you all the same
you are not left with anything to say
the rules dictate the nature of the game

there's not a person who could fit this frame
so many losers who have come this way
if you don't know the venture is your shame

these meanings do not come out in the blame
but every temper is allowed to fray
the rules dictated the nature of the game

this mode alone is listed with acclaim
only a donkey is supposed to bray
if you don't know the venture is your shame

into the silence we must speak the name
of those who do not hide from open day
the rules dictate the nature of the game
if you don't know the venture is your shame