I Know a Man
Unveiling Silent Wisdom: A Life of Observations in 'I Know a Man'
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It's been years, he's been here
Reflecting on the passage of time, acknowledging someone's presence for years.
And time just lingers and no one knows
Time feels prolonged, and the mystery of life remains unknown to everyone.
He's got eyes, he's got ears
Describing the person with functioning senses and intact body parts.
He's got all his fingers and all his toes
Highlighting the completeness of the individual's physical condition.
His is a life of observation
Emphasizing a life spent observing events and experiences.
Maybe one day he'll get to translate this information
Hope that someday the observer can share or interpret the gathered information.
For twenty years he hasn't spoken a word
Person hasn't spoken for two decades due to a past accident.
He's been silent since the accident occurred
Remaining silent since a life-changing incident occurred.
While so many people taken tongues for granted
Observing how many take the ability to speak for granted.
Taking the truth finding ways to slant it
Criticizing those who manipulate the truth for personal agenda.
I know a man who'd know what to do
Expressing confidence in a person's ability to handle situations.
So many people go day in day out
Many people spend their days complaining about trivial things.
Just dreaming up things they can bitch about
Highlighting the prevalence of people finding reasons to complain.
I know a man who'd know what to do
Reiterating trust in the person's problem-solving capabilities.
It's a dream, but for him it's real
A dream for others, but a persistent reality for him.
And it never goes away
An enduring and inescapable situation for the individual.
And it never will
Stressing that the situation won't change.
He's in touch with what he feels
Despite the silence, he remains emotionally connected and aware.
Ah but he just can't say
Unable to express emotions verbally, though it might be for the best.
Maybe it's better still
Suggesting that the inability to speak may have its advantages.
His is a life of endless frustration
Life marked by continual frustration and challenges.
He's got his pride, he's not exempt from humiliation
Despite challenges, the person maintains pride and faces humiliation.
Can't lift a finger to stop what's wrong
Powerless to stop what's wrong or unjust.
He can't lift a leg to dance to a Beatles' song
Physically restricted, unable to dance or partake in simple pleasures.
While so many people taken spines for granted
Commenting on people who take their abilities for granted.
Slither and squirm, taken what they're handed
Criticizing those who passively accept whatever comes their way.
I know a man who'd know what to do
Reiterating trust in the person's ability to handle situations.
So many people go day by day
Many spend their days complaining without taking action.
Sitting on their hands constantly complaining
Observing people who are discontent and vocal about it.
I know a man who'd know what to do
Reiterating trust in the person's problem-solving capabilities.
So many content to exist like sheep
Commenting on people who live passively like sheep.
Never scratching the surface
Many don't explore their true selves beyond the surface.
Of themselves too deep
Encouraging self-reflection and introspection.
I know a man who'd know what to do
Reiterating trust in the person's ability to handle situations.
So many people like you and me
Not realizing the full potential of their lives.
Never realizing what our lives could be
Highlighting the universal experience of not fully understanding life's possibilities.
I know a man who'd know what to do
Reiterating trust in the person's ability to handle situations.
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