Lyrics
Lord tell me why a white man ain't worth nothing in this world no more
White man expresses frustration and feels devalued in the world.
Lord tell me how you 'spect me to stand up tall and proud
The speaker questions how he is expected to feel proud given the challenges he faces.
I did just what you told, I done everything you said
The speaker claims obedience to divine instructions but feels unsuccessful recently.
But the way I'm doing lately, I could have stood in bed
Despite efforts, the speaker feels ineffective and regrets recent actions.
So Lord tell me why, a white man ain't worth nothing in this world no more
Reiteration of the frustration and devaluation of white men in the world.
Lord tell me when a white man's gonna be all right again
The speaker questions when white men will regain a positive status.
Please fix it Lord, they took back everything we been working for
A plea to God to rectify the losses suffered by white men.
Now when the riots tore our city I stood watch outside our home
The speaker guarded his home during riots but laments the loss of possessions.
My kids crying daddy why can't they leave us alone
The speaker's children question why they are targeted.
Split level in Valencia where the cops reside
Reference to a specific location (Valencia) where the speaker had to abandon a home.
We had to walk away and left old memories inside
Leaving behind cherished memories due to unfortunate circumstances.
Lord tell me why, a white man ain't worth nothing in this world no more
Reiteration of frustration and devaluation of white men in the world.
You can walk across the silvery moon and get back home all right
Contrasts the safety of cosmic travel with the danger of hometown streets at night.
But it ain't safe to walk the streets of your home town at night
Highlights the unsafe conditions in the speaker's home town.
And I'm a Lord man from the Lord land
The speaker identifies as a "Lord man" from a special place but still feels devalued.
But a Lord man ain't worth nothing in this world no more
Reiteration of the frustration and devaluation of white men in the world.
That's too bad
An expression of regret or sympathy about the situation.
What happened?
A question about the cause of the unfortunate circumstances.
Everyone was your friend
Reflects on the loss of friendship and support.
Where has everybody gone?
Questions the disappearance of people from the speaker's life.
What ever happen to 'hi howdy neighbor, nice to see ya
Reflects on the decline of neighborly greetings and community spirit.
Company coming up the road
Expresses anticipation or nostalgia for the arrival of company or visitors.
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