People
Bazan Lyrics

When I was young
In my youth, I witnessed people aiding each other consistently.

I saw people helping people all the time
I frequently observed individuals lending assistance to one another.

Because you were people helping people in your prime
Due to the fact that you used to be somebody who provided aid to others in your heyday.

I thought that people loving people were the norm
I believed that affection between people was commonplace.

Because you were people loving people before the long dark storm
As you were once someone who showcased love towards others prior to the onset of difficult times.

But now you're selfish and mean, your eyes glued to a screen
However, your current behavior exhibits selfishness and cruelty, with your focus solely on a screen.

And what titillates you is depraved and obscene
Moreover, you seem to be satisfied by obscene and immoral things.

And I know that it's dangerous to judge
I'm aware that forming opinions about someone can be risky.

But man you gotta find the truth
Nevertheless, it's crucial to discover the truth behind someone's actions.

And when you find that truth don't budge
Once you uncover the reality, don't waver from it.

Until the truth you found begins to change
However, keep in mind that what you perceive to be true may transform over time.

And it does, I know, I know
It's a fact that change is inevitable, no matter what.

And when you love the truth enough you start to tell it all the time
When you truly value the truth, you make an effort to speak it frequently.

And when it gets you into trouble you discover you don't mind
Even if being truthful gets you in hot water, you realize it's worth it.

'Cause if good is finally gonna trump
Since goodness and righteousness might ultimately prevail.

Then man you gotta take stock and you gotta take your lumps
As a result, you need to assess your conduct and accept any resulting repercussions.

Or else they trickle down into someone else's cup below
Otherwise, those consequences will have an impact on someone else.

I wanna know who are these people blaming their sins on the fall
I'm curious about those who blame their misdeeds on the concept of original sin.

And who are these people
I want to identify the specific individuals engaging in such behavior.

Well if I'm honest with myself at all these are my people
If I'm truthful with myself, these individuals are a part of my same community.

Man what else can I say
What other response is there from me?

You are my people
These are the same individuals that I identify with.

We're the same in so many ways
We share numerous similarities among us.

But then your eyes turned green and you broke the machine
However, your attitude changed and you destroyed the very thing you once valued.

That when handed to you was still kinda functioning
The object you received was still operable at the time.

And I know that it's dangerous to judge
Despite the potential for danger, I acknowledge the need to form an opinion.

But man you gotta find the truth
We must determine the reason behind your conduct.

And when you find that truth don't budge
Once we uncover the truth, stick to it unwaveringly.

Until the truth you found begins to change
However, realize that the truth may be subject to change over time.

And it does, I know, I know
It is certain that the truth can change, no matter what.

When you love the truth enough you start to tell it all the time
When you admire the truth exceedingly, you're more inclined to speak it regularly.

When it gets you into trouble you discover you don't mind
Even if it brings you hardship, being honest is worth it.

'Cause if good is finally gonna trump
Since goodness and righteousness might ultimately prevail.

Then man you gotta take stock and you gotta take your lumps
Therefore, it's important to inspect your behavior and accept the consequences.

Or else they trickle down into someone else's cup below
If you don't, the repercussions will have a negative impact on someone else.

You know
You understand what I'm saying, right?