 Among the potential corrupting influences are con men ("soft shoe shufflers"), politicians ("greedy leaders") and pop idols of little substance ("falling swingers").In addition, the lyrics warn against negative thoughts ("thoughts that linger"), since these corrupting influences and negative thoughts can lead to "maya", or illusion, which distracts people from the true purpose of life.The middle eight delivers the message that this "can hurt you", and that "that is not what you are here for."