The State of the World Lyrics

The state of the world has been on my mind

It’s weighed on my shoulders, demanding my time

Something is missing, it’s hard to stay sane

Why do the answers seem lost and arcane?

May war stop once and for all

And cast off the violence that has us enthralled

May healing not just be for the few

May peace be found for me and you

I speak of a message said thousands of times

Yet we smile when it’s mentioned and roll our eyes

It may be naive, but I must believe

Inside every human there’s kindness still

Hope is a fire that burns in us all

If only an ember, awaiting your call

To rise up in triumph should we all unite

The spark for change is yours to ignite

I believe this message is worth our time

There are people who’ve suffered yet conquered the climb

Who’ve sat in the stillness through darkness and light

And found love in the colours between black and white

May compassion turn foe into friend

May self-awareness help us transcend

May forgiveness be given, despite lives that were lost

For isn’t it peace all of us want?

The state of the world has been on my mind

Demanding my conscience and all of my time

Was there ever an age where it all made sense?

Or am I reminiscing about lost innocence?