Dear God
Monsters of Folk Lyrics

Dear God, I'm trying hard to reach you
I am making sincere efforts to connect with you, God.

Dear God, I see your face in all I do
I recognize your Divine presence in every aspect of my life.

Sometimes it's so hard to believe it
Occasionally, my faith in your existence is tested.

But, God, I know you have your reasons
However, I still believe that you have a purpose for everything and trust in your plan.

They said, "he's busy, hold the line, please"
People have suggested that you are too busy to hear me and put me on hold.

Call me crazy, I thought maybe he could mind read
I might sound foolish, but I hoped that you could read my thoughts and respond to my unspoken prayers.

Who does the blind lead? Show me a sign, please
I wonder who leads those who cannot see, and I ask for a sign of your guidance.

If everything is made in China, are we Chinese?
Using a humorous metaphor, I question whether everything we consume defines our identity.

And why do haters separate us like we Siamese?
I express my frustration at the way some people try to divide us and create conflicts, like Siamese twins separated by force.

Technology turning the planet into zombies
I criticize how the overuse of technology and media can numb our minds and dehumanize our relationships.

Everybody all in everybody's dirty laundry
I comment on how gossip, social media, and surveillance can expose and exploit our personal flaws and secrets.

Acid rain, earthquakes, hurricane, tsunamis
I list some of the natural disasters and environmental issues that affect our planet.

Terrorists, crime sprees, assaults, and robberies
I list some of the violent crimes and threats to our safety that exist in the world.

Cops yellin', "stop, freeze," shoot him before he try to leave
I criticize the excessive force and racial bias that some law enforcement officers use, resulting in innocent lives lost.

Air quality so foul, I gotta try to breathe
I highlight the pollution and health hazards that we face, even when trying to enjoy a simple breath of fresh air.

Endangered species and we runnin' out of trees
I lament the loss of biodiversity and natural resources due to human activities and neglect.

If I could hold the world in the palm of these hands, I would probably do away with these anomalies
Using a hypothetical scenario, I express my desire to fix or eliminate the problems and injustices in the world if I had the power.

Everybody checkin' for the new award nominee
I criticize the obsession with fame, wealth, and recognition that many people have, as if they were the only measures of success or worth.

Wars and atrocities; look at all the poverty
I point out the issues of warfare, genocide, and mass suffering that exist alongside the poverty and inequality in the world.

Ignoring the prophecies, more beef than broccoli
I criticize the way some people ignore the warnings and wisdom of ancient or spiritual texts, and prefer to focus on trivial conflicts and arguments.

Corporate monopoly, weak world economy
I comment on the way some corporations and political powers control and exploit the global economy, leaving many people in poverty or debt.

Stock market topplin'
I note how fragile and volatile the stock market and financial systems can be, affecting the lives of millions.

Mad marijuana, Oxycontin, and Klonopin
I highlight the rampant use and abuse of drugs and medications that can harm people's health and judgment.

Everybody out of it?
I ask if everyone around me is also affected by or apathetic to the problems and chaos of the world.

Well, I've been thinkin' about
I reflect on my thoughts and questions about life and spirituality.

And I've been breakin' it down
I try to analyze and understand the complex issues and conflicts that exist in the world.

Without an answer
Unfortunately, I have not found a clear or satisfactory answer to my questions and concerns.

I know I'm thinking out loud
I acknowledge that my thoughts and feelings might seem random or disorganized, but I still want to express them.

But if you're lost and around,
If God exists and hears me, I hope that you can offer me guidance and comfort.

Why do we suffer?
One of my biggest questions and mysteries is why there is so much pain, injustice, and evil in the world, despite the existence of a benevolent deity.

Yeah, it's still me, one of your biggest fans
I affirm my loyalty and faith in God, even when I struggle with doubts and frustrations.

I get off work, right back to work again
I describe the busy and tiring routine of my daily life, which involves labor and service to others.

I probably need to go ahead and have my head exam
I acknowledge the possibility that my anxieties, fears, and doubts might be signs of mental illness or emotional instability.

Look at how they got me on the Def Jam payment plan
I mention the way some record labels and entertainment industries exploit and control artists, like myself.

Well, I'm in the world of entertainment and
I state my profession and what it entails, which is often superficial, commercial, and demanding.

Trying to keep a singing man sane for the paying fans
I describe my responsibility and struggle to maintain my mental and emotional balance while performing and pleasing my audience.

If I don't make it through the night, slight change of plans
Using a metaphorical language, I imply the risks and uncertainties of my life and career, and the possibility of death or failure.

Harp strings, angel wings, and praying hands
I allude to religious and heavenly symbols that represent beauty, grace, and spirituality, which I hope to experience or encounter.

Lord, forgive me for my shortcomings
I ask for God's mercy and forgiveness for my mistakes, sins, and weaknesses.

For going on tour and ignoring the court summons
I confess to my fault of neglecting my legal obligations, such as attending a court hearing or trial.

All I'm trying to do is live life to the fullest
I express my desire and goal to enjoy and make the most of my life, despite the many challenges and obstacles I face.

They sent my daddy to you in a barrage of bullets
I reveal a personal and traumatic incident of losing my father to gun violence or war, which affected my faith and worldview.

Why is the world ugly when you made it in your image?
I raise a classic theological and philosophical question of why there is evil and imperfection in the world, despite the belief in a perfect and good Creator.

And why is livin' life such a fight to the finish?
I express my frustration and exhaustion with the hardships and struggles that seem to be an unavoidable part of life.

For this high percentage when the sky's the limit
I criticize the way society measures success and happiness based on material wealth and status, rather than moral values or spiritual fulfillment.

A second is a minute, every hour's infinite
I describe my perception of time, which can feel either fleeting or endless, depending on my state of mind and emotions.