[Verse 1]
Just when I thought I had handles on this
I could soften my guard behind false confidence
Just when I felt humble pie insipid
Exempt from this blindside and firmly in its grip

[Pre-Chorus]
'Cause I am seduced by reaction
And under the influence

[Chorus]
I'm slipping again
I'm up to old tricks off my wagon
I have no defense I'm
Wreaking havoc
Wreaking havoc and consequence

[Verse 2]
I get reduced by my own willfulness
As I reach for my usual God replacements

[Pre-Chorus 2]
'Cause I am rich with sanction
And lax in my steps

[Chorus]
I'm slipping again
I'm up to old tricks off my wagon
I have no defense I'm
Wreaking havoc
Wreaking havoc and consequence
[Bridge]
If forgiveness is understanding
Then I offer mea culpa for the millionth time
From this toppling house of cards of mine

[Verse 3]
I am beaten by my impulsiveness
By this uncanny foreshadowing of regret

[Pre-Chorus 3]
Cause I'm repulsed by restriction
At least that's my excuse

[Chorus]
I'm slipping again
I'm up to old tricks off my wagon
I have no defense I'm
Wreaking havoc
Wreaking havoc and consequence

I'm slipping again
I'm up to old tricks off my wagon
I have no defense I'm
Wreaking havoc
Wreaking havoc and consequence