Monkey's Paw

I held the monkey's paw and put my wishes into play
 To know the will of God, to show a motive for delay
 I'm holding on to find myself just one more wish
 I found a pot of gold or something shining anyway
 And caught in my reflection a conviction held at bay
 I crafted a cross to adorn my neck and finally earned my due respect
 And then a jewel encrusted crown to complement my priestly gown
 Just big enough to weigh me down
 And bring this temple to the ground
 From inside out without a sound
 I found a pot of gold today
 I held the monkey's paw
 I held the monkey's paw
 I held the monkey's paw
 I held the monkey's paw today and put my wishes into play
 Thanked heaven for the trophies but I still had hell to pay
 So I brought my spoils to the altar's edge heard you say obey instead
 For all of my labors and best laid plans I'd only earned a reprimand
 Forevermore to understand
 That dreams come true can kill a man
 If never graced by sovereign hands
 I held the monkey's paw