Show Me a Sign
Franti Michael & Spearhead Lyrics
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So I can take a picture of the world today
See all the people on the streets today
So much struggle, so much cryin', so much stress today
It's just so hard to make it on your own, but
You don't have to walk this world alone no more
I wanna know, I wanna know, when you're comin' home
Send me a picture on your telephone, and say
Ay, we got a long, long road today,
No way, I could never ever make it alone
On my own such a long way to go,
So walk next to me,
Show me a sign today
We got a long, long road today,
No way, I could never ever make it alone
On my own such a long way to go,
So walk next to me,
Show me a sign today
It's a crazy world (ay-ay-ay-ay)
You got to show me a sign today
It's a crazy world (ay-ay-ay-ay)
Show me a sign that the world could be better than
People on the streets sleepin' under newspapers
All filled with celebrity news
While bankruptcies got us singin' the blues (y'all)
I just want to know
Why it seems everywhere I go that
Nobody knows how it ends. It started
Standin' in the lines of the brokenhearted
It's just so hard to make it on your own, but
You don't have to walk this world alone no more
I wanna know, I wanna know, when you're comin' home
Send me a picture on your telephone, and say
Ay, we got a long, long road today,
No way, I could never ever make it alone
On my own such a long way to go,
So walk next to me,
Show me a sign today
We got a long, long road today,
No way, I could never ever make it alone
On my own such a long way to go,
So walk next to me,
'Cuz I could never make it without you (It's a crazy world)
I could never make it without you (It's a crazy world)
Show me a sign that the world will be fine, and
All dictators kicked out, always earnin'
People everywhere takin' it to the streets
Throw your hands in the air if you know what I mean
Wall Street criminals, some of them politicals,
Stealin' money off of people in the struggle, yo
Everywhere on this planet I see
People fightin' back for humanity
I hold my camera so far away
So I can take a picture of the world today
I wanna know, I wanna know, when you're comin' home
Send me a picture on your telephone, and say
Ay, we got a long, long road today,
No way, I could never ever make it alone
On my own such a long way to go,
So walk next to me,
Show me a sign today
We got a long, long road today,
No way, I could never ever make it alone
On my own such a long way to go,
So walk next to me,
Show me a sign today
It's a crazy world (ay-ay-ay-ay)
You got to show me a sign today
It's a crazy world (ay-ay-ay-ay)
'Cuz I could never make it without you (It's a crazy world)
I could never make it without you (It's a crazy world)
I could never make it without you (It's a crazy world)
You got to show me a sign,
Show me a sign, show me a sign (It's a crazy world)
Show me a sign today
In the song, "Show Me a Sign," Franti Michael & Spearhead express their desire to see change in the world. The lyrics describe the realities of the struggles faced by people all over the world, including poverty, homelessness, and systemic corruption. Despite the magnitude of these problems, the song encourages listeners to keep fighting for a better future, with the lyrics stating, "Everywhere on this planet, I see people fighting back for humanity."
The chorus of the song emphasizes the importance of community and support. The lyrics mention that the road ahead is long and difficult, but that we don't have to make the journey alone. The phrase "walk next to me, show me a sign today" suggests that we need each other to keep moving forward and to stay motivated.
Overall, "Show Me a Sign" is a call to action for listeners to rise up and work towards a better world. It encourages us to take stock of the problems we face and to keep fighting for change, even when the road ahead seems long and uncertain.
Line by Line Meaning
I hold my camera so far away
I distance myself from the world to capture a bigger picture
So I can take a picture of the world today
I want to capture the current state of the world
See all the people on the streets today
I see the struggles of everyday people
So much struggle, so much cryin', so much stress today
The world is full of pain and hardship
It's just so hard to make it on your own, but
Surviving in this world alone can be difficult
You don't have to walk this world alone no more
We can help each other through the struggles of life
I wanna know, I wanna know, when you're comin' home
I want to keep in touch with those who matter to me
Send me a picture on your telephone, and say
Stay connected with me through technology
Ay, we got a long, long road today,
The journey ahead is difficult
No way, I could never ever make it alone
I need support and help from others to succeed
On my own such a long way to go,
The journey ahead is long and challenging
So walk next to me,
Support and accompany me on my journey
Show me a sign today
Give me hope and assurance for the future
It's a crazy world (ay-ay-ay-ay)
The world is chaotic and unpredictable
Show me a sign that the world could be better than
Give me evidence that the world has the potential to improve
People on the streets sleepin' under newspapers
The homelessness crisis is prevalent and visible
All filled with celebrity news
Media distracts us from important issues
While bankruptcies got us singin' the blues
Financial struggles are overwhelming
Why it seems everywhere I go that
I question the state of the world and society
Nobody knows how it ends. It started
The future is uncertain and unknown
Standin' in the lines of the brokenhearted
Lining up with others who are suffering
Show me a sign that the world will be fine, and
Give me hope for a better future
All dictators kicked out, always earnin'
A world where leaders are honest and ethical
People everywhere takin' it to the streets
People uniting and fighting for change
Throw your hands in the air if you know what I mean
An expression of solidarity and agreement
Wall Street criminals, some of them politicals,
Corruption and greed are prevalent in power structures
Stealin' money off of people in the struggle, yo
Exploitation of vulnerable populations for personal gain
Everywhere on this planet I see
The issues and struggles are global
People fightin' back for humanity
People fighting for what is right and just
It's a crazy world (ay-ay-ay-ay)
The world is chaotic and unpredictable
'Cuz I could never make it without you (It's a crazy world)
I need others to survive and thrive in this world
You got to show me a sign,
Give me hope and assurance for the future
Show me a sign, show me a sign (It's a crazy world)
Reiterate the need for hope and assurance
Show me a sign today
Give me hope and assurance for the future
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MICHAEL FRANTI, THERON OTIS FEEMSTER
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