In a world full of gimmicks and sleight of hand
Smoke and mirrors castles made of sand
There's a salesman on every corner you meet
Selling dreams too good to be discreet

Gimmicks and cynics they're sellin' you lies
I see it in their eyes dollar signs in disguise
Like a worn-out vinyl you don't want to mimic
We're too smart for these gimmicks and cynics

Riding high on promises they make 'em sing
Caught up in the flash of those diamond rings
But the magic wears off and you're left to ponder
Where's the melody in this one-hit wonder?

Gimmicks and cynics they're sellin' you lies
I see it in their eyes dollar signs in disguise
Like a worn-out vinyl you don't want to mimic
We're too smart for these gimmicks and cynics

We come from small towns where honesty lasts
Old dirt roads and memories of the past
We don't buy into their quick-fix tale
'Cause real success doesn't come by mail

On the outskirts where truth still reigns
We laugh at their tricks and we're not ashamed
We find gold in the simple and true
'Cause real treasures are found in what we do

Gimmicks and cynics they're sellin' you lies
I see it in their eyes dollar signs in disguise
Like a worn-out vinyl you don't want to mimic
We're too smart for these gimmicks and cynics