Confusion
Pont Lyrics
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Why, because of the color of their skin.
Run, run, run, but you sho' can't hide
An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth.
Vote for me and I'll set you free
Rap on, brother, rap on.
Well, the only person talkin' 'bout love thy brother is the preacher
And it seems nobody's interested in learning but the teacher
humiliation, obligation to our nation
Ball Of Confusion that's what the world is today (yeah, yeah)
The sale of pills is at an all time high
young folks walkin' 'round with their heads in the sky
Cities aflame in the summer time, and oh the beat goes on
Eve of destruction, tax deduction,
City inspectors, bill collectors,
Evolution, revolution, gun control, the sound of soul,
Shootin' rockets to the moon, kids growin' up too soon
Politicians say more taxes will solve ev'rything, and the band played on.
Round and round and around we go, where the world's headed nobody knows.
Great googa mooga, can't you hear me talkin' to you, just a
Ball of Confusion that's what the world is today. (yeah, yeah)
Fear in the air, tension ev'rywhere
Unemployment rising fast, the Beatle's new record's a gas,
and the only safe place to live is on an Indian reservation,
and the band played on
Eve of destruction, tax deduction,
City inspectors, bill collectors, mod clothes in demand,
population out of hand, suicide too many bills, hippies movin' to the hills
People all over the world are shouting end the war and the band played on.
Round and round and around we go, where the world's headed nobody knows.
Great googa mooga, can't you hear me talkin' to you, just a
Ball of Confusion that's what the world is today
Let me hear you, let me hear you, let me hear you
Ball Of Confusion that's what the world is today
The lyrics of Pont's song "Confusion" highlight the various problems and challenges that society faces in the world today. The song starts by addressing issues of racial discrimination, with people being judged and treated unfairly based on the color of their skin. It emphasizes the lack of unity and the sense of fear and division that exists.
The lyrics also touch on political corruption and empty promises, with politicians using catchy slogans and false claims to gain votes. The song criticizes the lack of genuine concern for others, as shown by the preacher being the only one talking about love thy brother, while the rest of society remains apathetic.
The song further addresses the turbulent state of the world, with references to the escalating drug problem, social unrest, and the constant cycle of violence and destruction. It highlights the growing disparity between the rich and the poor, as well as the disillusionment with authority figures and the frustration with the direction in which the world is heading.
Overall, "Confusion" serves as a reflection of the chaos, division, and injustice that exists in society. It sheds light on the need for change, unity, and a genuine commitment to addressing the problems that plague humanity.
Line by Line Meaning
People movin' out, people movin' in.
Society is constantly changing with people leaving and entering.
Why, because of the color of their skin.
This movement is often driven by racial discrimination.
Run, run, run, but you sho' can't hide
Despite trying to escape, problems and issues cannot be avoided.
An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth.
Retaliation and revenge are prevalent, perpetuating a cycle of violence.
Vote for me and I'll set you free
Politicians manipulate people's desires for freedom to gain their votes.
Rap on, brother, rap on.
Continue speaking out and advocating for change, brother.
Well, the only person talkin' 'bout love thy brother is the preacher
The preacher is the sole voice promoting love and unity among people.
And it seems nobody's interested in learning but the teacher
People show disinterest in gaining knowledge and understanding, except for the teacher.
Segregation, determination, demonstration, integration, aggravation, humiliation, obligation to our nation
These words represent the social and political complexities and struggles faced by society.
Ball Of Confusion that's what the world is today (yeah, yeah)
The world is in a state of chaos and confusion.
The sale of pills is at an all time high
Illegal drug usage is rampant and reaching new dangerous levels.
young folks walkin' 'round with their heads in the sky
The younger generation is naive and blissfully unaware of the problems around them.
Cities aflame in the summer time, and oh the beat goes on
Cities face frequent riots and unrest, and the turmoil continues without resolution.
Eve of destruction, tax deduction, City inspectors, bill collectors
The world is on the brink of destruction, burdened by financial difficulties and bureaucracy.
Evolution, revolution, gun control, the sound of soul
These are significant societal issues involving progress, upheaval, firearm regulation, and the pulse of music.
Shootin' rockets to the moon, kids growin' up too soon
While exploring outer space, children are forced to mature quickly due to the hectic state of the world.
Politicians say more taxes will solve ev'rything, and the band played on.
Politicians offer tax increases as a solution to all problems while the situation remains unchanged.
Round and round and around we go, where the world's headed nobody knows.
Society is trapped in a cycle of uncertainty and unpredictability with no clear direction.
Great googa mooga, can't you hear me talkin' to you, just a Ball of Confusion that's what the world is today. (yeah, yeah)
The chaos and confusion of the world are apparent, and it can't be ignored.
Fear in the air, tension ev'rywhere
Fear is present, and tension pervades every aspect of life.
Unemployment rising fast, the Beatle's new record's a gas
Unemployment rates are rapidly increasing while The Beatles' new record is highly successful.
and the only safe place to live is on an Indian reservation, and the band played on
Indian reservations are the only relatively secure areas to reside, but even in this chaos, the band continues playing.
Let me hear you, let me hear you, let me hear you
The call for unity and collective voices being heard.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Norman Whitfield, Barrett Strong
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