FOOLS GOLD (The Death Of Wonga)

Andy Hunter

I've just mortgaged my soul
And dug myself a big hole, using fools gold.
A fast and simple deal, designed to appeal,
So easy, it feels unreal.

I’m praying for a sign
Now regretting this crime.
And being punished by time
I cannot delay I must find a way,
Or they’ll make me pay

I have no time to regret
And I will never forget, this spiralling debt.
My life now standing still
So I must summon the will to pay this huge bill.

Bewildered and dazed
I must escape from this maze
With all credit erased.
To break the chain, or suffer the pain
Of temporary gain.

Freedom's all we every crave
To win this we must work like slaves.
I’ll pay later – at least I’ll try
The credits quick – the interest’s high.

Make a deal – should I get it
I want it now – if not forget it
Within my reach – yet far away
I have fools gold to save the day

A pay day loan may sustain your need,
But could lead to debt and misery.
They promise fast and easy wonga
But to pay the interest may take a bit longer.

 

  • Author: Andy Hunter (Offline Offline)
  • Published: April 30th, 2021 09:46
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  • rosiedm

    Good on ya! Loved It! Fast and a bit of a rap .I've a few of wrote years ago like wise fast rap kind . Good ryhming

  • Goldfinch60

    Good words Andy. In these current days one need to be so careful about borrowing money.

    Andy

    • Andy Hunter

      Thanks 👍. I agree.
      Companies who profiteer by targeting the most vulnerable in society should be closed down.
      As always, I value your kind comments.

    • Doggerel Dave

      Can't do better than Bill here, Andy. The kind of stuff I like and enjoy.

      • Andy Hunter

        Thanks 👍.

        • Doggerel Dave

          Must have been an off day when I last visited here, because the content of your piece is very important and I failed to acknowledge it, Andy.
          Bought my first car when nearly out of my teens on the strength of my first job. Monthly repayments over a year. Lost job within weeks; unable to afford repayments, my parents took over. Grateful to parents, but first strike for independence lost.... I have never been in debt to anyone or company or financial institution since.
          I hope your work up there might be advice someone heeds without experiencing the pain.

          • Andy Hunter

            Thanks Dave.
            Like many, in my younger days I relied heavily on credit. Eventually I made the decision to live extremely frugally for almost 2 years and cleared all debts, cut up my credit cards and have never had any credit since. Thanks for coming back to me Dave as your input is extremely valid.



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