Love Not War
Emeli Sandé Lyrics

The politics, the politics, been crazy
The political situation has become chaotic and unstable

I swear the television's trying to kill my baby
I feel like the media is negatively influencing my child's well-being

This crazy guy is holding drivers crazy
There is a man causing chaos on the roads and making drivers act irrationally

Autumn mansion's really kinda scary
The large house during the autumn season gives off a creepy vibe

Now he said, 'Why you acting like you'll live forever?'
Someone questioned why I am behaving as if I will never die

You've got to cherish any time you get together
It is important to appreciate every moment spent with loved ones

The world can change its way, it must stay changing
The world is capable of evolving and adapting, and it should continue to do so

But every time I pray, I hear the same thing
Whenever I pray, I receive a consistent message

Put down your sword, take less, and give more
Stop fighting and be more selfless

Love your brother, sister, like before
Show love and compassion towards others like you did in the past

Make love, and not war
Promote love and peace instead of conflict

Not war, not war, not war
Emphasizing the absence of war

I know that disrespect can get your blood to boiling
I understand that being disrespected can make you angry

But keep in my mind that violence is a poison
Remember that violence only brings harm and destruction

Raise your hand up, baby you’re anointed
Acknowledge your worth and potential

You are loved and needed so important
You are valued and necessary

Now what a shame, bullies left in charge now
It is unfortunate that bullies are currently in positions of power

Intimidation always trying to bring my heart down
Constant intimidation attempts to break my spirit

But no matter how much gravity the rain brings
Regardless of the challenges I face, big or small

Every time I pray I hear the same thing
Whenever I pray, I receive a consistent message

Every time I use my third eye, message is the same
Whenever I tap into my intuition, the message remains constant

We all have an equal part and choice to love or hate
Each individual has the same responsibility and opportunity to choose love or hate

But humans have a tendency to fear and aggravate
However, humans often lean towards fear and causing conflict

Find your truest power when you meditate
Discover your deepest strength through meditation

But when you find it hold on tight and you shall elevate
Once you find that power, hold onto it tightly and you will ascend

Love is needed more than ever do not hesitate
The world requires love urgently, so don't delay in expressing it

Mother needs some life support, we cannot be late
The world, symbolized as a mother, is in need of healing and care, and we must take action promptly

Now ego is the friendliest of your frenemies
The ego can be deceitful and pose as a friendly companion

Be careful or he’ll rob you of all your energy
Be cautious because the ego can drain you of your energy and vitality

Power struggles will forever be a waste of time
Engaging in conflicts for power is always futile

What’s yours is yours, what’s God’s is God’s, cannot be mine
Understand that possessions and divine plans are separate, and what is meant for you cannot be taken away

Put down your sword, take less, and give more
Stop fighting and be more selfless

Love your sister, brother like before
Show love and compassion towards others like you did in the past

Make love, not war
Promote love and peace instead of conflict

Not war, not war, not war
Emphasizing the absence of war