I Wanted To Be Wrong Lyrics

Lyric discussion by Relinquo1 

Cover art for I Wanted To Be Wrong lyrics by R.E.M.

This is sort of a depressing take on the American mindset. Especially the end. It's saying the madman, far from being a lonely person in the street, is an embodiment of much of our culture's attitude. Americans, who seem to have it all, are afraid and insecure.