Viva La Vida !

I used to rule the world , Seas would rise when I gave the word.
Now in the morning I sleep alone , sweep the streets I used to own.

I used to roll the dice , feel the fear in my enemies eyes.
Listen as the crowd would sing , "Now the old king is dead , long live the king !"

One minute I held the key , next the walls were closed on me.
And I discovered that my castles stand , upon pillars of salt and pillars of sand.

I hear Jerusalem Bells are ringing , Roman Cavalry choirs are singing.
Be my mirror my sword , my shield , my missionaries on a foreign field.

For some reason I can't explain , once you go there was never ,
never an honest word , and that was when I ruled the world.
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