I'll hold the candle - You're saying you'll help but you're too lazy to do any real

You're saying you'll help but you're too lazy to do any real work. Like you're just there to shine a light so someone else can look good.

I'll hold the candle while you flex your tiny biceps.

You’re holding the candle so I can look like I’m doing all the work.

I’ll hold the candle while you fail at life.