Piano
Kas Lyrics

1997... it just started
The year 1997 began and marked the beginning of a time of hardship.

All they could see was pitch darkness
The hopelessness and darkness that came with the struggles was all that could be seen.

To all the families with big losses
This song is for all the families who have experienced significant loss.

Dead bodies and no coffins
In times of hardship, death is common and often there are not enough resources to give a proper burial.

To everybody that were starving
This song is for everyone who has had to go without food.

To my grandfather... shot crawling
The singer's grandfather was shot and left to suffer alone.

To the kids that had to see all the bombings
Children who have witnessed bombing and violence deserve recognition and empathy.

To all the women that was raped by the army
Women who have been sexually assaulted by military personnel deserve acknowledgement and support.

Ahhh... been saying it from the start
The singer has always spoken out about injustice and hardships.

Ain't saying I can relate, but you know that I got a heart
While the singer may not have experienced the exact same struggles as others, they still feel for those who have.

Everybody got a story to tell, I got a story aswell
Everyone has their own unique experiences and hardships to share, the singer included.

In two words; metaphorical hell
The struggles of life can feel like being trapped in a metaphorical hell.

... Burned down their houses and everything they could
Houses and personal belongings were burned by those in power during times of hardship.

Grandma and grandpa kept running through the woods
Even the elderly were forced to run and flee during times of conflict and hardship.

... Why all this serious pain, I wonder
The singer questions why there must be so much pain and suffering in the world.

God works in mysterious ways
The singer reflects on how sometimes it feels as though there is no explanation for the hardships in the world.

May we please have a moment of silence... (shhh)
The singer asks for a moment of respect and reflection for those who did not survive hardship.

For the non-survivors
This moment of silence is specifically for those who were unable to survive times of struggle and conflict.

Who stood against an army of giants
The people who fought against systems of power deserve respect and remembrance.

Created a riot, human beings are creating this violence
Protests and riots are often caused by humans who have been pushed to their limits by unjust systems and struggles.

And I ain't even get it, though
The singer reflects on their own inability to fully comprehend the struggles faced by others.

The poor stays poor and the rich get richer, typical
Society often perpetuates systems that keep the poor in poverty and the rich in wealth.

Momma told me she was praying for a miracle
The singer's mother hoped for a miracle to help them escape the struggles they faced.

Bought a ticket out, so we became invisible
The family was able to escape their struggles by leaving and becoming invisible to those who were causing hardship.

... Had to sell her jewelry for something less
Personal items often had to be sold for less than they were worth just to obtain enough resources to survive.

Just so she could get her family a safe place to rest
The sacrifices made by the family were in order to ensure a safe and secure future.

Every night I thank God for not experiencing death
The singer is grateful for their own life and the fact that they have not had to experience the horror of death during times of struggle.

Because who knows what would've happened if my parents hadn't left
The singer reflects on what might have happened if their family had not been able to escape the struggles they faced.

Back then I was young, wasn't old enough to be scared
As a child, the singer did not fully comprehend the dangers of the struggles they faced and did not experience as much fear as they would now.

I know you're thinking that this is a little corny
The singer is aware that some may find this song too sentimental or cliché.

But the sad thing is this is a true story
The lyrics of this song are based on real events and experiences, making the struggles even more impactful and important to remember.

Will the storm ever settle?
The singer questions whether the conflicts and hardship will ever come to an end.

All we can do is hope for the better
Despite the uncertainty, all that can be done is to remain hopeful for a better future.

I dropped another tear on my letter
The singer expresses their emotions by crying while writing a letter.

Sometimes I wonder is it God or the devil
The singer reflects on whether the struggles and conflicts are caused by a higher power or by human evil.

How can a human being decide if another human being should live or die?
The singer expresses the horror and disbelief that one human could take the life of another.

I mean like... how can a man kill another man, cold blooded?!
The singer further expresses their shock and disgust at the idea of cold-blooded murder.

This is madness!
The singer describes the struggle and conflict as being completely insane.

Cause some people are born rich and fortunate
The singer questions the unfairness of the world, where some people are born into wealth and privilege while others face unimaginable struggle.

And others might not have food on their plates!
The inequality of access to basic human needs like food and water is something the singer finds unacceptable.

I wanna be alone... and play the piano...
The singer has found solace in playing the piano during times of struggle and hardship.

I'm about to cry for everything that I do know...
The singer feels overwhelmed and emotional about the struggles that they and others have faced.

I can't imagine what these people have been through...
Despite their own experiences, the singer cannot fully comprehend the hardship and pain that others have endured.