In addition to his catchy songs, Will.I.Am has gained notoriety in recent years for his perceptive analysis of social and economic issues. The enduring existence of profiteers in American society, who find methods to profit from every circumstance, frequently at the expense of true regulation or control, is one of his noteworthy observations.

Imagine a busy marketplace with a wide variety of goods being sold by vendors, but one vendor in particular seems to be watching everything and always knows how to turn a profit. This and Will.I.Am's perspective on American profiteers are somewhat comparable. Even when laws are in place to prevent it, he believes that these people have a remarkable ability to spot chances for their own benefit.

Like expert chess players, these profiteers are able to predict and block every move made by lawmakers or regulators who want to control markets or industries. No matter how many regulations are put in place to stop them from taking advantage of circumstances, these people always manage to find ways to make money. This relationship leads to a frustrating cycle in which attempts to regulate particular facets of society are ultimately appropriated for private benefit.

Will.I.Am's viewpoint emphasizes how difficult it is to draft laws that are both effective and serve their intended purpose without becoming a target for those looking to take advantage of them. His observation highlights the continuous conflict between creating just regulations and making sure opportunistic people or organizations don't subvert them.