[Verse] An apocryphal popular mythology or a civilization in wane Whatever your assessment is a paradox remains There’s a moral and intellectual vacuum and you’re right to be lookin’ askance Philosophically moribund revolution hasn’t a chance [Chorus] As the light fades the shadows dance in silhouette to stars Despite all illusion we approach the darkest hour [Verse] Is the enemy hiding in your conscience or can forgiveness pave the way? There’s got to be a place for them if tomorrow’s a better day   With the high-priest banging on the war drum you cannot make out what he’s saying With all the litter on the battlefield no higher ground remains [Chorus] As the light fades the shadows dance in silhouette to stars Despite all illusion we approach the darkest hour [Outro] Welcome to the show          History took a toll          Discontent was sown                       H But now the child is grown And come into his own A superstar But despite all illusion we approach the darkest hour