Et Tu, Brute?

How long has one been in the chamber How long since you quit checking the barrel How long do you think they'll keep you level How long Since, no shame ever since Can't communicate when something's amiss I guess this is how it is If this is how you'll be I don't miss this But if This is the game that you'll play, then I want in As your head caves in I can see what it is You've been messing in, there's no way to say it I can only hope you've met your match And that you both can hold your breath Take the reigns I've hurt again Can't be to blame for coincidence I've been your steward for far too long Would Cain laugh if forgiven the same Will yours be the beating to break my fist Is that something you'll allow Could shame lack what is needed To change our ways Will yours be the spirit I take, guided Over which I mark my brow How long