I'm chained to the wall. I have nothin' at all. And my eyes look into the sunset Thinkin' of better things to do, Like a monkey in a zoo. The days go so slow. I don't have no friends. Except all these people Who want me to do tricks for them, Like a monkey in a zoo. And it could happen to you. You could be in my place. No it wasn't always like this, But I never saw it comin'. I'm so alone, But this is my home. And the bars that surround me Keep me from knowin' any better, Like a monkey in a zoo. Throw me a peanut. Laugh and make jokes. But I've had enough peanuts And I'm ready to choke, Like a monkey in a zoo You come to look at me. You seem so amused. But things would look different If you were in my shoes. I know its my fault, But I want out. And when I cry out Nobody seems to understand, Like a monkey in a zoo You say I'm cute. You don't know how much that hurts. You don't know how it feels To live in your own dirt, Like a monkey in a zoo And it could happen to you. You could be in my place. Don't let yourself slip. Don't keep egg on your face. I used to be happy. I cant remember those days. But I sold my freedom For free room and board, Like a monkey in a zoo.