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.
So what's the word?
I'm looking for a word that can ease the pain
That we all suffer from living in a world that's insane
A simple word I could shout out or blurt
And that would take away all of the hurt
A word to soothe your soul when the tears flow
And that would make the smile on your face glow
Bury your bad memories in a deep grave
Free your mind from the chains of an emotional slave
A word as pretty as a purple sunset
A word so powerful you'll never forget
That I'd be willing to do anything for you
But I just need to know what to do
I'm looking for a word, is it a secret word?
I wish there was a word
I wish there was a word that could help you heal
That could take away all the pain you feel
Not asking for a word that can cure a disease
Just a word to put your mind at ease
I'm looking for a way to communicate
That all the people on the eart can relate
I'm looking for a word that won't let you down
That'll give you strength when I'm not around
A word that can fill you up when you're past empty
A peaceful place in your mind thast is always rent free
Yea I got to slow down
Cause too much is going down
How many times can one person cry?
How many times can one person die?
I'm looking for the word, that special magic word
I'm looking for the word, the secret word
So what's the word?
So what's the word?
My, my, my, another lie
Why, why, why, you got to lie?
So what's the word?
I spend too much time wondering what the hell is wrong with me
Where all you see is joy, pain is all I see
Suffocating in a world full of schemers
(Who are) Taking advantage of the hopes of the dreamers
I need a word to let you know that I need help
Cause sometimes I get so down on myself
Trying to find my place in this madness
Drowning myself in a cesspool of sadness
Yea I got to slow down
Cause it's getting so out of hand
Half of my homies that stood so proud next to me
Are doing time in the state penitentiary
Lie. lie, lie, until you die
Lie, lie, lie, until you die
So what's the word?
I'm looking for a word that can ease the pain
That we all suffer from living in a world that's insane
A simple word I could shout out or blurt
And that would take away all of the hurt
A word to soothe your soul when the tears flow
And that would make the smile on your face glow
Bury your bad memories in a deep grave
Free your mind from the chains of an emotional slave
A word as pretty as a purple sunset
A word so powerful you'll never forget
That I'd be willing to do anything for you
But I just need to know what to do
I'm looking for a word, is it a secret word?
I wish there was a word
I wish there was a word that could help you heal
That could take away all the pain you feel
Not asking for a word that can cure a disease
Just a word to put your mind at ease
I'm looking for a way to communicate
That all the people on the eart can relate
I'm looking for a word that won't let you down
That'll give you strength when I'm not around
A word that can fill you up when you're past empty
A peaceful place in your mind thast is always rent free
Yea I got to slow down
Cause too much is going down
How many times can one person cry?
How many times can one person die?
I'm looking for the word, that special magic word
I'm looking for the word, the secret word
So what's the word?
So what's the word?
My, my, my, another lie
Why, why, why, you got to lie?
So what's the word?
I spend too much time wondering what the hell is wrong with me
Where all you see is joy, pain is all I see
Suffocating in a world full of schemers
(Who are) Taking advantage of the hopes of the dreamers
I need a word to let you know that I need help
Cause sometimes I get so down on myself
Trying to find my place in this madness
Drowning myself in a cesspool of sadness
Yea I got to slow down
Cause it's getting so out of hand
Half of my homies that stood so proud next to me
Are doing time in the state penitentiary
Lie. lie, lie, until you die
Lie, lie, lie, until you die
So what's the word?
Lyrics submitted by sokorny
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