belief
Ben Fankhauser Lyrics
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Every time I see the sunset,
I look for something more in it
As if something will pop out to me right there
The paper and the TV,
Well, they all wanna save me
They point me to the sunset so I stare
[Chorus]
Is anybody listening
To the song that I sing?
Does anyone even know who I am?
If I sing hallelujah
Right on up to ya
Would your angels even give a damn?
[Verse 2]
When the cowards turn to soldiers,
To solve all their problems
I wonder what I’m supposed to believe
And the news reporters set the plane
To the people who don’t think the same
I wonder what they’re trying to achieve
[Chorus]
Is anybody listening
To the song that I sing?
Does anyone even know who I am?
If I sing hallelujah
Right on up to ya
Would your angels even give a damn?
Would you give a damn?
Would you give a damn?
[Bridge]
I don’t know what I’m supposed to do
I want so much to believe in you
It's hard when there’s no justice for the peace
Staring at the sunset from my roof
Looking for some kind of proof
When there’s none is sight
I guess that’s called belief
So is this belief?
[Chorus]
Is anybody listening
To the song that I sing?
Does anyone even know who I am?
If I sing hallelujah
Right on up to ya
Would your angels even give a damn?
Would you give a damn?
Would you give a damn?
The lyrics of Ben Fankhauser's song "Belief" are a reflection of the feeling of confusion and doubt that many people experience in their lives. The song begins with the singer searching for something in the sunset, hoping to find some kind of clarity or meaning. However, as the song progresses, it becomes clear that the singer is struggling to find something to believe in. They express frustration with the news and media, and wonder what they are supposed to believe when faced with conflicting information. The singer is even unsure of whether anyone would care if they sang praises to a higher power.
In the bridge, the singer admits to feeling lost and uncertain, searching for some kind of proof or justice in the world. They find themselves staring at the sunset, hoping for signs or a sense of certainty, but ultimately recognize that belief is a choice in spite of uncertainty.
Overall, the song speaks to the human tendency to question and seek understanding, but also acknowledges the difficulty of finding answers. Despite the singer's doubts and frustrations, the song ends on a note of curiosity and hope, as they continue to search for belief and meaning in their life.
Line by Line Meaning
Every time I see the sunset,
I search for something more, as if it will reveal itself to me
I look for something more in it
As if something will pop out to me right there
Well, they all wanna save me
The paper and TV refer me to the very sunset I already searched for
They point me to the sunset so I stare
As if it has the answers I'm looking for
When the cowards turn to soldiers,
I question what to believe when people resort to violence
To solve all their problems
And their methods leave me uncertain
I wonder what I’m supposed to believe
When news outlets push their own agenda
And the news reporters set the plane
For those who don’t share their views or beliefs
I wonder what they’re trying to achieve
When they twist the truth to fit their own narrative
I don’t know what I’m supposed to do
When faced with a world where justice is rare
I want so much to believe in you
But sometimes doubt creeps in
It's hard when there’s no justice for the peace
Trying to find hope in a world that can be cruel and unfair
Looking for some kind of proof
Even when it feels like there's no evidence to support it
When there’s none is sight
Despite searching, there's no sign of any answers
I guess that’s called belief
But still, there's a faith that someday things will be better
Is anybody listening
As I sing about my doubts and struggles
Does anyone even know who I am?
Amid all the noise and chaos of the world
If I sing hallelujah
And praise a higher power
Right on up to ya
Will there be any response or notice?
Would your angels even give a damn?
Do even divine beings care about our struggles?
Would you give a damn?
Do those we look up to or seek answers from truly care?
Contributed by Carter K. Suggest a correction in the comments below.