America the Beautiful
Challenging the Illusion: America Unveiled
Lyrics
At the polling station again, like it makes a difference
Expressing disillusionment with the impact of voting, implying skepticism about its effectiveness.
But I wanted to, "voice my opinion"
Quoting the desire to express one's viewpoint despite doubts about its influence.
Nothing ever changed from behind the voting curtain
Belief that voting hasn't historically led to significant change.
Another check on paper, of that I am certain
Confirmation of participating in voting, perhaps without confidence in its efficacy.
Another day, another crime that we can't atone
Reference to recurring societal issues and the inability to make amends for them.
What have we done to ourselves in our home
Questioning the impact of collective actions on the nation's well-being.
When fear and lies become routine
When falsehoods and fear are habitual.
Spread from the soapboxes shaped like our tv screens
Depiction of media platforms spreading fear and misinformation.
Fear gives into hate, and hate kills our hope
Illustration of fear evolving into hate, leading to a loss of hope.
But it's not enough to forget what we know
Stressing the importance of remembering truths despite prevailing circumstances.
The walking war crime that is the place I call my home
Harsh portrayal of the country as a perpetrator of egregious actions.
"America the great, America the beautiful"
Ironically juxtaposing patriotic phrases with the reality described.
Despite what we know, despite what you know
Despite awareness of unpleasant truths.
Fake pictures of being happy
Referring to fabricated happiness projected in images.
And Facebook statuses of pride and solidarity
Mention of social media posts portraying pride and unity, potentially superficial.
We need reaction, a stronger action
Advocating for a more forceful and decisive response to issues.
Instead of trending topics treated as distractions
Criticizing the treatment of important issues as mere passing trends.
Another day, another crime that we can't atone
Reiteration of societal problems and the inability to make reparations.
What have we done to ourselves in our home
Questioning the impact of collective actions on the nation's well-being.
When fear and lies become routine
When falsehoods and fear are habitual.
Spread from the soapboxes shaped like our tv screens
Depiction of media platforms spreading fear and misinformation.
Fear gives into hate, and hate kills our hope
Illustration of fear evolving into hate, leading to a loss of hope.
But it's not enough to forget what we know
Emphasizing the importance of retaining awareness despite prevailing circumstances.
The walking war crime that is the place I call my home
Harsh portrayal of the country as a perpetrator of egregious actions.
"America the great, America the beautiful"
Ironically juxtaposing patriotic phrases with the reality described.
Despite what we know, despite what you know
Despite awareness of unpleasant truths.
"Give us your tired, give us your poor"
Referencing a phrase from American immigration history, questioning its current validity.
Words we don't believe in anymore
Expressing skepticism about societal beliefs and values.
Why are the masses sealed to their fates
Questioning why people seem resigned to predetermined outcomes.
And misfortune is not caused by their mistakes?
Challenging the notion that misfortune solely arises from personal errors.
"America the great, America the beautiful"
Ironically juxtaposing patriotic phrases with the reality described.
Despite what we know, despite what you know
Despite awareness of unpleasant truths.
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