belief
约翰梅尔John Mayer Lyrics
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Changing their mind from the paint on a sign?
Is there anyone who really recalls
Ever breaking record off
For something someone yelled real loud one time?
Oh, everyone believes
In how they think it ought to be
Oh, everyone believes
Belief is a beautiful armor
But makes for the heaviest sword
Like punching underwater
You never can hit who you're trying for
Some need the exhibition
And some have to know they tried
It's the chemical weapon
For the war that's raging on inside
Oh, everyone believes
From emptiness to everything
Oh, everyone believes
And no one's going quietly
We're never gonna win the world
We're never gonna stop the war
We're never gonna beat this
If belief is what we're fighting for
We're never gonna win the world
We're never gonna stop the war
We're never gonna beat this
If belief is what we're fighting for
Is there anyone you can remember
Ever surrender with their life on the line?
We're never gonna win the world
We're never gonna stop the war
We're never gonna beat this
If belief is what we're fighting for
We're never gonna win the world
We're never gonna stop the war
We're never gonna beat this
If belief is what we're fighting for
What puts a hundred thousand children in the sand?
Belief can, belief can
What puts a folded flag inside his mother's hand?
Belief can, belief can.
The lyrics to John Mayer's "Belief" explore the concept of belief and how it can both empower and hinder individuals and society as a whole. The first verse challenges the notion of whether people truly believe in their beliefs or if they simply follow them blindly based on external factors such as signs or the influence of others. The chorus then emphasizes the power of belief, likening it to an armor that protects individuals from the outside world but can also become a heavy burden. The second verse delves deeper into the idea that belief can serve as a chemical weapon in an internal, personal battle. The final verse questions the worth of fighting for beliefs if it means perpetuating negative actions and outcomes, such as war and loss of life.
Overall, "Belief" encourages individuals to reflect on the origin and weight of their beliefs, reminding listeners that while beliefs can be empowering and motivating, they can also be harmful and divisive.
Line by Line Meaning
Is there anyone who ever remembers
Changing their mind from the paint on a sign?
Have you ever known someone who changed their beliefs because of a sign?
Is there anyone who really recalls
Ever breaking record off
For something someone yelled real loud one time?
Can you think of someone who made a permanent decision based on something said in one moment?
Oh, everyone believes
In how they think it ought to be
Oh, everyone believes
And they're not going easily
People hold strong to their beliefs, and they aren't going to give them up easily.
Belief is a beautiful armor
But makes for the heaviest sword
Like punching underwater
You never can hit who you're trying for
Belief can be a powerful tool, but it can also be difficult and ineffective.
Some need the exhibition
And some have to know they tried
It's the chemical weapon
For the war that's raging on inside
Belief can be a motivator, but it can also cause inner turmoil.
Oh, everyone believes
From emptiness to everything
Oh, everyone believes
And no one's going quietly
All people believe in something, and they will defend their beliefs.
We're never gonna win the world
We're never gonna stop the war
We're never gonna beat this
If belief is what we're fighting for
Wars and conflicts will never be truly overcome if people are just fighting for their own beliefs.
Is there anyone you can remember
Ever surrender with their life on the line?
Have you ever known someone who gave up their life because of their beliefs?
What puts a hundred thousand children in the sand?
Belief can, belief can
What puts a folded flag inside his mother's hand?
Belief can, belief can.
Beliefs can lead to tragic consequences, including the loss of innocent lives.
Lyrics © REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: JOHN CLAYTON MAYER
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