Let's pretend

Let's pretend we cared and it all made sense
Let's believe we did our best and it all paid off
Because if we don't then we accept the blame
And are responsible for the broken glass

Let's pretend we actually voted
Pretend we got who we wanted
Because if we can't then the wolves come out
And we are left with sheep's clothing

Let's pretend it was our choice
Say we agreed to the policies
So we can say we have failed
And karma has paid

Let's pretend they had good lives
Nod our heads and say it was destiny
That way the bombs would be from God
And the blame not on us

Let's pretend we are all educated
And that our leaders are wise
And then we could Rest assured
We are represented outside as we should be

Let's pretend public officials were true
Let's assume they are misunderstood
That way we can join hands and search
For that elusive saboteur crippling us

Let's pretend this wasn't Nigeria
Let's call it an experiment
Little learned and little gained
Let's call it a day.