Doin' Time
Cruel Realities: Doin' Time by Justin Hayward Unveils Life's Betrayals
Lyrics
They tell me that the sun comes up every morning
Expressing skepticism or disillusionment about the reliability of information regarding the regularity of life.
They tell me that there's people out on the streets
Acknowledging the existence of people in the world, possibly implying awareness of societal issues.
But why is life so cruel
Pondering the apparent cruelty or harshness of life.
They tell me man he tops the list in creation
Recognizing humanity as the pinnacle of creation but questioning the behavior of man.
He takes his place as uncrowned king of the world
Describing man as the unofficial ruler of the world, yet expressing doubt or dissatisfaction with human actions.
But why is man so cruel
Reiterating the puzzlement about the cruelty observed in human behavior.
He's doin' time
Suggesting that man is metaphorically serving a sentence, possibly alluding to the consequences of negative actions.
Ain't it a crime
Highlighting the perceived wrongdoing or injustice, questioning the fairness of the situation.
Oh Prince of peace
Addressing a figure referred to as the "Prince of peace," expressing a need for guidance or intervention.
We need you now
Urgently calling for the presence or assistance of the Prince of peace in the current state of affairs.
Give us a sign
Pleading for a clear signal or indication from the Prince of peace to guide and enlighten.
To show us how
Expressing a desire for guidance or a demonstration of the correct path to follow.
Locked in her room the lover mourns her betrayer
Describing a person who is lamenting the betrayal by a lover while being confined to a room.
Seems even love possesses treachery too
Noting that even love can be tainted by treachery or deceit, adding complexity to the emotional experience.
But how can love be cruel
Posing a rhetorical question about the perceived cruelty of love despite its traditionally positive connotations.
Ain't it a shame
Expressing sorrow or regret, possibly in response to the negative aspects of love mentioned earlier.
He took the blame
Suggesting that someone is taking responsibility or blame for a situation related to love.
Seems this old world
Describing the world as having lost its direction or purpose.
Has lost its way
Indicating a state of confusion or disarray in the world.
On such a torn
Describing the day as torn and troubled, emphasizing the challenging circumstances.
And troubled day
Suggesting that the world is in turmoil and distress on this particular day.
Locked in her room the lover mourns her betrayer
Repeating the scenario of a lover mourning betrayal in isolation.
Surely not love possesses treachery too
Reiterating the idea that love itself can involve treachery or deceit, questioning the nature of love.
But how can love be cruel
Posing a rhetorical question about the perceived cruelty of love despite its traditionally positive connotations.
He's doin' time
Reiterating the metaphor of a person doing time, possibly emphasizing the consequences of their actions related to love.
Ain't it a crime
Reiterating the notion of wrongdoing or injustice, emphasizing the perceived criminal nature of the situation.
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