Standing on Higher Ground
Elevated Perspectives: Alan Parsons' 'Standing on Higher Ground' Meaning
Lyrics
I know the truth
I am aware of the truth.
But I can't say
However, I am unable to express it verbally.
And I have to turn my head
I feel compelled to divert my attention.
And look the other way
And ignore what I know.
I'm not afraid
I am not scared.
And I won't lie
And I refuse to deceive.
As long as I see no wrong
As long as I don't witness any wrongdoing,
I won't need to testify
I won't feel the need to give evidence.
I see the world
I observe the world,
And I'm looking from a high place
Viewing it from a position of superiority.
Way above it all
Far removed from its troubles.
Standing on higher ground
Standing on higher ground.
I breathe the air
I inhale freely,
While they're running in a rat race
While others are engrossed in a competitive, frantic pursuit.
Way above it all
Far removed from it all.
Standing on higher ground
Standing on higher ground.
I feel the blow
I sense the impact,
But I don't speak
Yet, I choose not to communicate.
And I have to close my eyes
I find it necessary to shut my eyes,
Pretending I'm asleep
Pretending to be unaware.
Well I see the tears
Though I witness the sorrow,
But I don't cry
I refuse to shed tears.
As long as I do no wrong
As long as I am not at fault,
I don't need an alibi
I won't require an excuse or justification.
I see the world
I perceive the world,
And I'm looking from a high place
Observing it from a vantage point.
Way above it all
Far removed from its chaos.
Standing on higher ground
Standing on higher ground.
I breathe the air
I breathe freely,
While they're running in a rat race
While others are caught up in a relentless pursuit.
Way above it all
Far removed from it all.
Standing on higher ground
Standing on higher ground.
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