Cog in the machine, lifeless frame
Endless cycle, a monotonous game.

Dreamer caged, spirit confined
Heart turned to stone, soul left behind.

The world outside, a vibrant display
While here in this cage, days turn to gray.

Yearning for freedom, a desperate plea
Ghost in the flesh, a hollow decree.

Lost in routine, a fading light
Whispers of hope, a distant sight.