This song seemingly tackles the methods of deception those who manipulate others use to get victims to follow their demands, as well as diverting attention away from important issues. They'll also use it as a means to convince people to hate or kill others by pretending acts of terrorism were committed by the enemy when the acts themselves were done by the masters of control to promote discrimination and hate. It also reinforces the idea that these manipulative forces operate in various locations, infiltrating everyday life without detection, and propagate any and everywhere.
In general, it highlights the danger of hidden agendas, manipulation, and distraction, serving as a critique of those who exploit chaos and confusion to control and gain power, depicting a cautionary tale against falling into their traps. It encourages us to question the narratives presented to us and remain vigilant against manipulation in various parts of society.
Who can count on help out of danger's way
When we all turn a blind eye?
How can I watch you go
With no one watching over?
Why do I fear for you more than my own seif
When it comes down to both our lives?
Because I love you so, because I love you so
Some people have no one
And some kinds of damage can't be undone
[Chorus]
Carry this for your own protection
With a tight throat and a white face
Take this coward's courage, that nothing can stop
Take this coward's courage, nothing can stop
Always the unexpected that you can't see
That will come at you from behind
When you are not afraid, going along your way
It's a common thing to retrace your steps
When it's too late to change your mind
I can't believe it's safe
Gambling on someone's hate
[Chorus]
No harm to you must come
And no one can be two places at once
So carry this
When we all turn a blind eye?
How can I watch you go
With no one watching over?
Why do I fear for you more than my own seif
When it comes down to both our lives?
Because I love you so, because I love you so
Some people have no one
And some kinds of damage can't be undone
[Chorus]
Carry this for your own protection
With a tight throat and a white face
Take this coward's courage, that nothing can stop
Take this coward's courage, nothing can stop
Always the unexpected that you can't see
That will come at you from behind
When you are not afraid, going along your way
It's a common thing to retrace your steps
When it's too late to change your mind
I can't believe it's safe
Gambling on someone's hate
[Chorus]
No harm to you must come
And no one can be two places at once
So carry this
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Coward's Courage Lyrics as written by Peter Kingsbery
Lyrics © Wixen Music Publishing
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