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I heard about this story in the news today
About a man who lost his senses, lost his way
About a man who had his world taken away
He took his life but not before he made them pay

So go on ask yourself the question
Are you convinced that you're OK?
Often times it makes me wonder
Are we not that safe?

I heard a story about this woman yesterday
A twenty-seven year old teacher of fifth grade
A kid brought a gun to school and took her life away
The politicians placed the blame and nothing changed

And I feel it today
It feels like nothing else, nothing else
I am waiting to be saved
Helpless
I feel it today
It feels like nothing else, nothing else
I am waiting to be saved

I heard a story from the media today
About a man who lost his senses, lost his way
About a woman who was taken yesterday
About the children who may never see the light of day

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fruitcake On Apr 12, 2002

I'll Stop The World To Melt With You

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2002-04-12 19:03:54

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by HatedEnemy

24y ago

I'm pretty sure this song is about the chaos and messed up state that the world is in. It talks about seemingly ordinary people doing unthinkable things and challenges us to question ourselves. I especially like the verse, "The politicians placed the blame and nothing changed." I whole-heartedly agree... everytime something bad happens, the media and congress try to find scapegoates, such as entertainment, gun availability, etc.

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by Shallowmeans

24y ago

Probably one of Keith's more political songs...making fun of the all-talk politicians, and apparently saying something about abortion, too, if i'm not mistaken.

"About the children who may never see the light of day"

One of my absolute favorite songs by 'em.....keep up the good work, Keith.

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