Before The Crime I wore a cap upon my head, They stopped me at the door. Well, you know, it never caused a stir, When I came here before. "Remove your hat right now," they said, "Can't you read the signs? It's just a new precaution to ensure your peace of mind." No matter if you're black or white, If you're rich or broke, You can't avoid this consequence, It's like a twisted joke, You can't avoid suspicion, no, No matter what you do. No matter where you go, my friends, they've got their eyes on you. They'll search your pockets at the gate, They'll make you shake with fear, They'll ask you what your purpose is, Why your coming here, They've got their cameras everywhere, To watch you all the time, They treat you like a criminal, Before you've done the crime.
