All-Nighters

Self-destructive pursuit of life-long goals, is how the story unfolds Late nights, gradually becoming early morning habits Mental strife, Accepting dedication and work instead of a social life This exhaustion is a product of my own determined concoction An evil easily accepted if success results frequently Though it may shorten length of life, Though it may decrease overall happiness for the time being, Eventually it will pay off, and I shall be happier than any king