Memory Bank
Ian Anderson
All along the icy wastes
There are faces smiling in the gloom.
Roll up roll down,
Feeling unwound?
Step into the viewing room.
The cameras were all around.
We've got you taped you're in the play.
Here's your I.D.
(Ideal for identifying one and all.)
Invest your life in the memory bank
Ours the interest and we thank you.
The ice-cream lady wets her drawers,
To see you in the passion play.
Take the prize for instant pleasure,
Captain of the cricket team
Public speaking in all weathers,
A knighthood from a queen.