Diagnosis lyrics

[Psychiatrist:]

Yes, I’m afraid I see signs of impairment

But there is something more

He’s an exceptional savant, one in a million

His mind is ablaze with distraction

But maybe I can help

I’m testing a new drug

that can help him focus

[Father:]

Please tell us more, that sounds intriguing

Can he join your clinical trial?

If he could concentrate he could help me

He might even be of some use!

Center the mind, cut straight to the core

Brighten the flame, break open the cage

Shatter the wall, shut down the noise

Soften the pain, sharpen the brain

[Psychiatrist:]

I have to confess it’s experimental

I’m still running through the tests

The side effects could include extreme delusions

[Mother:]

No! Not on my life, I’ll never allow it!

No matter what we could win

I won’t let you endanger my child

I refuse to play dice with his life

• Artist:Ayreon
• Album:The Theory Of Everything