God Save the Foolish Kings
House of Heroes Lyrics

Midnight at the school behind the bleachers
It's late at night and a fight is about to happen in a secluded area.

There's gonna be a rumble
A physical altercation is going to take place.

The lions and the kings
Two opposing groups are about to fight.

And my baby, she cries in her bed and she worries
The artist's loved one is scared and upset about the fight.

And my baby, she prays
The artist's loved one is hoping for a resolution without violence.

God save the kings of the world
The singer hopes that the leaders and powerful people of the world will make better choices and promote peace.

Promise me you won't do anything crazy
The singer is asking someone to promise not to do anything foolish or dangerous.

I promise you I won't do anything, baby
The person being asked promises to not do anything reckless.

We're outcasts only 'cause we chose to dream
The group feels like outsiders because they have ambitions and hopes that others don't understand or share.

We're princes who'd rather dine with thieves
The group prefers the company of people who society would view as criminals or unsavory.

We're honest only 'cause the truth, it can not hide
The group values honesty because they believe that it's important to acknowledge reality, even if it's not pleasant.

God save us, the foolish kings
Despite their flaws, the group hopes that they will eventually find their way and be successful.

But the cops won't be notified
The group is planning to fight without contacting law enforcement.

So the lions bare their arms
The members of one group prepare themselves for the fight.

But the kings gonna break the hearts of their babies tonight
Despite their status and power, the members of another group are going to do something that will cause pain and disappointment for their loved ones.

We're daring only 'cause we've none to lose
The group is willing to take risks because they feel that they have nothing to lose.

We're lions missing half our teeth
The group is battle-worn and has been hurt in the past.

And we fight 'cause we'd rather break our bones
The group is willing to endure physical pain because they believe in fighting for what they want and believe in.

Than brave this loneliness
The group would rather fight and possibly get hurt than feel alone or unimportant.

We draw blood 'cause we're just trying
The group's actions are not motivated by malice, but rather by a desire to achieve something meaningful.

To draw out some significance
The group wants to do something that will make them feel important or valued.

But I met God on the street tonight
The artist had a meaningful encounter with a spiritual or divine entity.

And he said choose your battles wisely
The singer received advice to be selective about what they fight for, and to choose their battles carefully.

Or you'll never find me
The artist is suggesting that people who focus too much on fighting and conflict may lose sight of what's truly important.

Promise me
The singer wants the person they're talking to to make a commitment.

I promise you nothing
The person they're talking to is unwilling or unable to make a promise.

We're devils trying to earn our angels wings
The group has made mistakes and has acted in ways that would be considered immoral or wrong, but they hope to do something good or redeeming.

We stumble at every turn indeed
The group has experienced many obstacles and setbacks in their journey.

We're desperate, chasing down the love to just survive
The group is in a difficult or desperate situation and are trying to find love or support in order to keep going.

God save us, the foolish kings
Despite their struggles, the group still hopes to achieve success and make a positive impact on the world.