Nothing Remains

[Verse 1]
Tempted by the fruit of another tree
I think about penance, ties, and austerities
Cheat the masses, you only cheat yourself
Beg, borrow, or steal, you want the top shelf
Step on anyone who stands in your way
To get ahead, you know you must betray

[Pre-Chorus]
I weigh the options, I have to say
I wasn't brought up to think that way
I'm not a scumbag
Today, I'll take only what's mine!

[Chorus]
Nothing! Nothing remains
Step it up, take time, life's short
I've got to realize: Can't take it with me
Nothing! Nothing remains
Step it up, take time, life's short
I've got to realize

[Verse 2]
Every day, count my blessings, I realize
Struggle hard through delusion, it's all lies
Pride, power, and wealth's not the purpose of life
Chasing dreams, seeking honor, but what for?
Never satisfied, leaving me wanting more
It's a pattern in my life I can't ignore

[Pre-Chorus]
I weigh the options, I have to say
I wasn't brought up to think that way
I'm not a scumbag
Today, I'll take only what's mine!

[Chorus]
Nothing! Nothing remains
Step it up, take time, life's short
I've got to realize: Can't take it with me
Nothing! Nothing remains
Step it up, take time, life's short
I've got to realize

[Bridge]
Life's gettin' outta hand...
But I resolve...
Nothin', nothing remains!

[Refrain]
Step it up, ooh!

[Instrumental Outro]