I Think That's What I Believe
Challenging Beliefs: A 21st Century Perspective
Lyrics
They say, "don't stop believing"
Encouragement to continue believing in something
Give no room to reason
Discouragement from considering reasons or doubts
Build it and they will come
Suggesting that building something will attract others
I've no quibble with that drivel
Expressing disagreement with what's considered nonsense
It's alright for some
Acknowledging that it may be acceptable for some people
But I was born in a European nation
Stating birth in a European nation in the 20th century
In the twentieth century
Highlighting the cultural context of existence
And what I've seen and what I've learned
Referencing personal experiences and lessons learned
Means it's not right for me
Rejecting the idea as not suitable for the speaker
Thy say, "don't stop believing"
Repetition of the encouragement to keep believing
'Cause if you stop believing
Warning against the consequences of ceasing to believe
Very soon you'll regret it
Implying regret for losing faith
But what they believe is you can believe
Commenting on the irony that belief may lead to negative outcomes
And still end up in a fiery pit
Suggesting that belief alone doesn't guarantee a positive outcome
So I sit in this European nation
Locating the speaker in a European nation in the 21st century
In the twenty-first century
Reflecting on the contemporary era and its challenges
And I know someone's got it wrong
Expressing doubt about the correctness of beliefs
Is it them or is it me?
Pondering whether the speaker or others hold incorrect beliefs
During the deepest darkest nights
Describing moments of deep introspection and uncertainty
I feel that they must be right
Admitting a temporary acceptance of prevailing beliefs
But when I see the morning light
Contrasting doubt with the clarity of the morning light
Science wins again
Celebrating the triumph of science in dispelling doubt
They say, "don't stop believing"
Reiterating the advice to continue believing
'Cause if you just believe
Emphasizing the positive outcomes of unwavering belief
Your future's like the shining sun
Portraying a bright and optimistic future through belief
I say "I would believe
Expressing a willingness to believe, but with reservations
But there's all these beliefs
Acknowledging the existence of various conflicting beliefs
What if I pick the wrong one?"
Expressing concern about choosing the wrong belief
When I look at the European nations
Observing the historical context of European nations
Down through the centuries
Reflecting on beliefs throughout different historical periods
Every single belief system
Pointing out the negative consequences of various belief systems
Ended up causing grief, incalculable grief
Stressing the immense and immeasurable pain caused by beliefs
And if you ask me now
Presenting a personal conclusion about belief systems
I think that's what I believe
Affirming the speaker's current belief or disbelief
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