When I ruled the world

When I ruled the world with an iron fist
No issue arose I simply dismissed
Yes I was feared but also respected
Trusted to guide through paths unexpected 

I remember the day, I remember the hour
I started to focus on personal power
Passing on duties to those down below
I thought to ignore what I did not know

The problem with delegating the reign
Is subordinates also want personal gain
So I tried to be a master executive
While my name was attached to errors consecutive

‘Fore I knew of the faults I was pulled down by riots
And try as I might, I could not deny it
I had neglected those for whom I had charge
I was seeing the results of mistakes loom large

When those in authority work themselves harder
People are happy with you as their martyr 
Abusing that power for personal wealth
Will lead to results not good for your health

So when you rule the world with an iron fist
Remember me and the disaster I kissed
Keep focus on duties and watch those below
If errors are made you will want to know