What's Going On?
Gary Sinise Lyrics
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There's too many of you crying
Brother, brother, brother
There's far too many of you dying
You know we've got to find a way
To bring some lovin' here today, yea
Father, father
You see, war is not the answer
For only love can conquer hate
You know we've got to find a way
To bring some lovin' here today
Picket lines and picket signs
Don't punish me with brutality
Talk to me, so you can see
Oh, what's going on
What's going on
Ya, what's going on
Ah, what's going on
In the mean time
Right on, baby
Right on
Right on
Father, father, everybody thinks we're wrong
Oh, but who are they to judge us
Simply because our hair is long
Oh, you know we've got to find a way
To bring some understanding here today
Oh
Picket lines and picket signs
Don't punish me with brutality
Talk to me
So you can see
What's going on
Ya, what's going on
Tell me what's going on
I'll tell you what's going on - Uh
Right on baby
Right on baby
The lyrics to Gary Sinise's song "What's Going On?" address the social and political turmoil of the late 1960s and early 1970s. The song begins with a call to action to mothers and brothers - too many are crying and dying, and there needs to be a way to bring more love into the world. The second verse is directed towards father figures, urging them to recognize that war cannot solve the problems society is facing, and that only love can conquer hate. The chorus speaks to the confusion and chaos of the time, with picket lines and signs being used as a means of protest, but the need for understanding and communication to solve the underlying issues. The third verse acknowledges the criticisms and judgments of those in power, but pushes back against them, insisting that everyone needs to work together towards understanding and peace.
Line by Line Meaning
Mother, mother
Addressing to all the grieving and suffering mothers out in the world.
There's too many of you crying
There are a lot of mothers crying for their losses.
Brother, brother, brother
Addressing to all the brothers who had lost their siblings or loved ones in the war.
There's far too many of you dying
Too many brothers are dying in this war.
You know we've got to find a way
We have to find a way out from this unrest and bring peace.
To bring some lovin' here today, yea
We need to bring more love and kindness among everyone and make the world a better place to live.
Father, father
Addressing to all the fathers out there.
We don't need to escalate
We don't need to intensify the tension anymore.
You see, war is not the answer
War is not the solution to any problem.
For only love can conquer hate
The only way to fight off hatred is by spreading love.
Picket lines and picket signs
Referring to the peaceful protests.
Don't punish me with brutality
Don't suppress the voice of the people with violence.
Talk to me, so you can see
Talk to me and let us understand each other's perspective.
Oh, what's going on
What is happening around us?
Ya, what's going on
What's happening in this world?
Ah, what's going on
What is going on right now?
In the mean time
Meanwhile,
Right on, baby
Keep going and do what's right.
Father, father, everybody thinks we're wrong
Everyone thinks we are wrong including our fathers.
Oh, but who are they to judge us
Who are they to judge us when they don't even know our situation?
Simply because our hair is long
Just because of our appearance doesn't mean that we are wrong.
Oh, you know we've got to find a way
We have to find a way out of this chaos.
To bring some understanding here today
We need to understand each other's perspective and bring peace.
Tell me what's going on
Let me know what is happening around us.
I'll tell you what's going on - Uh
I'll let you know what's happening around us.
Right on baby
Keep going and do what's right.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Alfred W Cleveland, Marvin P Gaye, Renaldo Benson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
gcHK47
Gary Sinise is an underrated actor, but an incredible human being. I don't think any other celebrity in Hollywood has done more for veterans than Gary.
Javier Rivera
gcHK47 you are totally right, i saw his foundation and it’s awesome.
Sandra Wats
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Chris Kalogeropouls
Gary is a class act. He is so genuine. His fame has not gone to his head.
Steve Meredith
Because he was never in the industry of filmmaking for fame or celebrity status.
Misty Padgett
Gary Sinise is so nice! I met him when his band came to play for the troops. I got to go on stage and dance with him playing base right beside me. When the song ended he stood at the end of the stage and shook all of our hands as we were going down. I reached out and hugged him and thanked him for coming to play. He smiled really big at me and said "You're welcome sweetheart." Best moment ever.
aalirillazz
That's amazing I salute you
Somee Dude
Gary is such a humble, graceful fellow. One of the greatest American actors and people.