do unto others

[metaphorliteral]

Don't go out of your way to be cruel,
because everyone can use a little kindness.
Be a good person, follow the golden rule.

Some people think that being mean is cool,
but I think that's just proof of their souls' blindness.
Don't go out of your way to be cruel.

Sympathy's more precious than a jewel;
a friendly ear can bestow a heart with lightness.
Be a good person, follow the golden rule.

Mike's a jerk all the time. What a tool!
Someone should tell that asshole he should mind this:
Don't go out of your way to be cruel.

Simon is kind to people. He's no fool,
though his sweet nature may be due to highness.
He's a good person, he follows the golden rule.

Karma declares that your actions will pool
and come back to you, so in time you'll find this:
Don't go out of your way to be cruel;
be a good person, follow the golden rule.