ponette

I have been thinking of this song I wrote a while back. I thought I'd post it as closer to this strange day.

if I hear another siren
if I see another homeless man
if I know another orphan
I might die where I stand
if Im shown what hunger is
if I hear another battered wife
if thats a neglected kid
I wont get past this night

I am overwhelmed
with this responsibility
I am disappearing
and too ashamed to scream
I am hoping for a change
and praying for a cure
if I say love will overcome
I must be sure

if youre on your way out
if youre looking for escape
if its a temporary fix
I will turn and walk away
if you think that I can save you
if you need someone whos strong
if you want a happy trophy
youve read this girl all wrong

I am overwhelmed
with this responsibility
I am disappearing
and too ashamed to scream
I am hoping for a change
and praying for a cure
if I say love will overcome
I must be sure

if ignorance is bliss
than youre gonna be alright
if you look the other way
youll never have to fight
if peace is my goal
and pride is my drug
I must be absolutely sure
before I proclaim the way of love


goodnight - ponette