Tolerance
Michael S. Yelland Lyrics

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A child is born, and a mama's torn
About the life that it's bound to live
A sun and moon and a modest home
Is all they asking the Lord to give
But politics and big events they never seem to notice the little guy
So make a plan or simply hold a hand but don't ever be a passer by

Tolerance or violence and the whole world go to war

Is one enough or is one too many
Before we say, "No More"
Could you ever love a pot of gold?
Could you ever love another lonely soul?
Could you ever find a love that was oceans wide?
Could you ever find love in another stranger's eyes?

Oh, give a little,
Tolerance, tolerance
We need you more and more
So lend a hand or simply hold a friend
That's in need of a life support
Draw a picture, share a whisper
Anyway that you can rise above
And when the end is near who is gonna volunteer
To be the last one to die for love

Tolerance or violence and the whole world go to war
Is one enough or is one too many

Before we say, "No More"
No more, no more, no more, no more

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Michael S. Yelland’s song “Tolerance” address themes of acceptance, empathy, and love in the face of politics, war, and discrimination. The song paints a picture of the struggles of everyday people, represented by a mother and her newborn child, who are hoping for a modest life but are often ignored by the powers that be. The lyrics suggest that it is our responsibility as individuals to make a difference, no matter how small, and to take action rather than simply standing by as passive observers.

The song’s chorus emphasizes the need for tolerance and the stark contrast between tolerance and violence. It asks the listener to consider how much violence is too much before we say “no more.” The lyrics assert that love can be found in unexpected places, from the love of a pot of gold to the love in strangers' eyes. The final verse encourages acts of kindness and love in any form, emphasizing that we must rise above discrimination, intolerance, and hate.

Line by Line Meaning

A child is born, and a mama's torn
The birth of a child should be a joyous occasion, but the mother is filled with worry and concern about the challenges that life will bring for her child

About the life that it's bound to live
The mother is worried about the future and the challenges that her child will face

A sun and moon and a modest home
All the mother asks for is the basic necessities of life for her child

Is all they asking the Lord to give
The mother trusts in a higher power to provide for her child

But politics and big events they never seem to notice the little guy
Those in power often overlook the struggles of ordinary people and focus on their own interests

So make a plan or simply hold a hand but don't ever be a passer by
We should take action to help others, whether it's through making a plan or simply offering support, and never ignore those in need

Tolerance or violence and the whole world go to war
The choice between tolerance and violence can have a huge impact on the world, and can even lead to war

Is one enough or is one too many
Even one instance of violence is one too many, and it's up to us to work towards a more peaceful world

Could you ever love a pot of gold?
Is material wealth more important than human connection and compassion?

Could you ever love another lonely soul?
Can we find it in our hearts to show empathy and kindness to those who are lonely and isolated?

Could you ever find a love that was oceans wide?
Is it possible to love and show compassion to people from different backgrounds, cultures, and countries?

Could you ever find love in another stranger's eyes?
Is it possible to find connection and love with people we have never met before?

Oh, give a little, Tolerance, tolerance
We need to practice tolerance and compassion in our daily lives, even if it's just a small gesture

We need you more and more
Tolerance is becoming increasingly important in our world today

So lend a hand or simply hold a friend that's in need of a life support
We should offer support to those who are struggling or in need, whether it's through practical help or emotional support

Draw a picture, share a whisper
We can show compassion and kindness in many different ways, even through simple acts like drawing a picture or sharing a kind word

Anyway that you can rise above
We can all work towards a more compassionate and tolerant world in our own way

And when the end is near who is gonna volunteer to be the last one to die for love
Ultimately, it's love and compassion that will bring us together and make a difference in the world

No more, no more, no more, no more
We need to put an end to violence and intolerance in the world, for the sake of ourselves and future generations

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MICHAEL FRANTI

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