INTRO: D--G---D---G D G D G Just when I thought I had handled solace D G D G I could soften my guard behind false confidence D G D G Just when I felt humbled by insipid D G D G Except from this blind-side and from reading a script D G D G Cause I am seduced by reaction and under the influence D G D G D I'm slipping again I'm up to my tricks off my wagon G A G I have no defense I'm reaking havoc A G D wreaking havoc in consequence D G D G I get reduced by my own willfulness as D G D G I reach for my usual god replacements D G D G Cause I wish for sanction it lacks in my steps (CHORUS) Bm--G--Bm--G Bm G Bm Forgiveness is understanding that G A G Affirming a compact for the millionth time A G D On this tumbling house of cards of mine I am beaten by my impulsiveness By this uncanny foreshadowing of regret Cause I'm repulsed by restriction at least that's my excuse (CHORUS 2x)