Fall of the World's own Optimist/Aimee Mann (capo up 1 fret) There's no charity in you and that surprises me I guess I thought you were a golden idol cause I called you majesty On the balustrade you watched me hunt for Tips I was obliged to pick up from the passing trade Hey, kids--look at this it's the fall of the world's own optimist I could get back up if you insist but you'll have to ask politely Cause the eggshells I've been treading couldn't spare me a beheading And I'll know I had it coming from a Caesar who was only slumming Hey, kids--look at this it's the fall of the world's own optimist Well, I could have objections which you could override But what's the point--we're only flogging the horse When the horseman has up and died Once I testified and swore I'd never leave a stone unturned I bet you're really glad that I lied [chorus] [solo] Hey, kids--look at this it's the fall of the world's own optimist I could get back up if you insist but you'll have to ask politely yes, you'll have to ask politely yes, you'll have to ask