Showdown
Showdown of the Human Soul: A Rock Anthem Reflection
Lyrics
Well there's crying in the kitchen
Domestic conflicts or turmoil are evident.
And there's fighting in the street
There are public conflicts or fights occurring.
And there's cocaine in the schoolyard
References drug presence in unexpected places (schoolyard).
Yet my heart, don't miss a beat
Despite chaos, inner resilience remains.
Can't let go, oh I can't let go
Emphasizing difficulty in releasing attachments.
And the preacher's on the telly
A religious figure is seeking attention or connection.
And he's handing me the phone
Religious figure indirectly involves the speaker.
Got an ulcer in his belly and a torment in his soul
Internal distress plagues the religious figure.
He can't let go, oh he can't let go
Emphasizing the struggle to let go of inner turmoil.
Everybody wants a contribution
People seek contributions or aid from the speaker.
Telling me they've got the best solution
Claims of having the ultimate solution or answer.
No one wants the carousel to slow down
Desire for continuity without slowing down.
Seems to me we're heading for a showdown
Sense of impending confrontation or conflict.
And there's poison in the water
Environmental degradation or contamination referenced.
And there's holes up in the sky
Notable damage to the atmosphere or environment.
And the children keep on asking "Is the planet going to die?"
Children express concern about the planet's future.
You must let go, oh you must let go
Encouragement to release attachments or worries.
Got to get fired, it's going to get hot
Urgency or necessity to take drastic action.
We got to take it higher, give it everything you got
Advocacy for intensified effort or commitment.
Oh, oh, you never know, oh way to go
Uncertainty about the outcome despite effort.
Everybody's talking revolution, politicians offer no solution
Talk of revolution without viable political solutions.
No one seems to want to face the lowdown
Avoidance of confronting harsh realities.
Seems to me we're heading for a showdown
Perception of an imminent and unavoidable clash.
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