Oh yes, I carried on and I was a fool, and I gave in
As time went on I resisted, but I still couldn't win
I guess I was dreaming, of a future to come
What I proved to myself was, I was so dumb

Those women out there, just wanted my money
For that price, it was easy for them to be my honey
The funny videos with the southern accent, that I always see
Were just there to lure me in, and take my money from me

Don't be scammed like I was, try to be wise
It's not love they want, behind all those lies
They want to drain, your bank account dry
Once they do that, it will be their turn to fly

If there's forty Sarah Hayes messaging you, with the same face
They aren't from alternate worlds, something's out of place
Hold onto your money, and don't you let go
This is a warning, something that you should know

Yes, I was a fool. But I learned something as well.
It's a cruel world out there on the internet. Behind
the screen, is a world built on lies and greed and
people want to take advantage of those who believe
them. So as you read this, and if you are looking for
love, remember, it is not love if they ask for money.
To me, love is given freely. Love is earned and it
takes time as it grows stronger and stronger.

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