I Already Know

There's no need to tell me I already know That money on trees never blossoms or grow Forty thousand in poverty for every millionaire It is a rat race in the big World out there. A long road to financial success and renown For those who are born in the poor side of town Condemned to be poor by their postal address Without the right postal code the highbrows you won't impress. It is common knowledge most will tell you so 'Tis not how clever you are it is who you do know A wealthy person to you can be a good friend A poor one has little money for to give or to lend. In life I've been lucky quite lucky enough I've never been hungry or had to sleep rough I've never been Homeless or a Stateless refugee Though I am aware of others poverty. I already know you don't have to tell me That money does not grow on a bush or a tree Yet whilst some are worth millions and billions in money it seems sad to say That many are dying of hunger every day.