Break Your Heart
by Natalie Merchant
People downcast, in despair
See the disillusion everywhere
Hoping their bad luck will change
Gets a little harder every day
People struggle, people fight
For the simple pleasures in their lives
But trouble comes from everywhere
It's a little more than you can bear
I know that it will hurt
I know that it will break your heart
The way things are
And the way they've been
And the way they've always been
People shallow, self-absorbed
See the push and shove for their rewards
I, me, my is on their minds
You can read about it in their eyes
People ruthless, people cruel
The damage that some people do
Full of hatred, full of pride
It's enough to make you lose your mind
I know that it will hurt
I know that it will break your heart
The way things are
And the way they've been
I know that it will hurt
I know that it will break your heart
The way things are
And the way they've been
Don't spread the discontent
Don't spread the lies
Don't make the same mistakes
With your own life
You never will let love survive
I know that it will hurt
I know that it will break your heart
The way things are
And the way they've been
Don't spread the discontent
Don't spread the lies
Don't make the same mistakes
With your own life
Don't disrespect yourself
Don't lose your pride
And don't think that
Everybody's gonna choose your side
Lately it seems like I am a magnet for bad news. It's coming out of the cracks from everywhere.
There is one power, a gift from God, that is my lifeline. It is prayer. Completely wireless, always accessible, and free. In hopeful wish, hope full-wish, and hope fool-wish moments of my life, I have spoken and He has heard my words and wrapped His loving arms around me. I have confidence in prayer. And in my God.
7 comments:
I have the same feelings about prayer, what would we do with out it. It's a lifeline to the divine.
I am feeling the same way sista. Heartache and pain are making the rounds in our families, aren't they?
I like what Stacy said about prayer being a lifeline to divinity. The temple and scriptures also give me strength.
That is a great song. I really like that.
I love you Kaerlig, you are good people.
Kaerlig, you have always been such a great example to me and I have always looked up to you. I'm glad and greatful you are my cousin! I wish I lived closer to you though!
Oh, and thanks for your thoughts on prayer, they were great!
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