Words

All the little mantras and slogans we use to get by
Bumper sticker missionaries crossing T’s and dotting I’s
What have I done to call down the lie?
To learn another language that isn’t me, that isn’t you or I?

Little men in a very big machine
Buying selling fear – never say what they mean
Vote yes – take shelter – keep your driveway clean
This is America but it’s not my dream and

All we can do is make small moves
Maybe they won’t see us coming or know what to do
Maybe next time they back a bird of prey
They’ll be too many of us just to steal it away
Too many of us to push it through

Hopeless causes are the only ones for fighting for
But I’m not sure what’s what and what’s right anymore
Sometimes all you can do is not line up in the parade
Hurts not to celebrate and life’s not to trade

(CHORUS)

• 1. Rank and File
• 2. Cruel World Away
• 3. This Way Child