He's the common mans ideal
The almighty voice you hear
Wearing such a good honest appeal
Civil servant in attention
Innocent in every mention
But his true aim he will soon reveal
Don't lay you faith into his hands
And trust the things for which he stands
Perverting the law that is his game
He is the preacher of today

He's the mist in your way
Forget your chance to repay
Nothing to do but obey
Sneakers will stay

Reaches top so indiscreet
Falling, cheating those he meets
Breaking promises he'll never mind
Twist around with every mission
And fullfiling your suspicion

Soon you realize you have been blind
Don't lay your faith into his hands
And trust the things for which he stands
Perverting the law that is his game
He is the preacher of today

He's the mist in your way
Forget your chance to repay
Nothing to do but obey
Sneakers will stay