Show Me A Sign - Instrumental Version
Qissmet
Qissmet, pronounced Kiss-met, is a term derived from Turkish and Persian de… Read Full Bio ↴Qissmet, pronounced Kiss-met, is a term derived from Turkish and Persian decent meaning fate or destiny. It was definitely fate that brought together two kindred spirits of musicality and authenticity, known as Qissmet, Asad Khan and Shobe Khan. Qissmet was a word created by the two friends to highlight both their American and Eastern heritage. It was in 2004 that the two discovered their musical commonalities and discovered a winning combination whose catchy, flowing lyrics dropped searing notes. Building upon unrefined vocals and experimentations of drums and other instrumentations, Qissmet sharpened their skills year by year and note by note. As their collaboration began they were able to create new opportunities to have their music expressed to the world and possibly change minds and open hearts with their gift. According to Shobe, one half of Qissmet, he strongly believes in the conviction of their work, “our music has substance and groove to it.” Flowing diverse songs that pull the listeners in to the vibe of Qissmet is what has kept this unparallel group on the eyes of die-hard fans who have embraced the music enthusiastically. In the vein of musical genres like R&B, Hip Hop, and Pop artists; Qissmet has developed a sound to align them with musical geniuses that remain at the top of the charts. Never doubting the divine light streaming between their lyricism and the powerful engineering, Qissmet is excited to bring to listeners a new flavor and harmonious funk. Their sound is enriched with lyrics that will give them international appeal. Qissmet’s silky voices and evolving stage presence has garnered the attention of many venues, showcases, and concerts in Chicago. Some of their performances were witnessed at but not limited to: the Paramount Theater, the Hyatt Regency Hotel, The Sears Center, the Gateway Theater, & the Rosemont Convention Center. Qissmet has given voice to not only thumping catchy beats or laid back party songs, but also songs about change, love, and harmony. Their breakout single, “Payback”, is gaining quick momentum and is expected to hit airwaves this summer. With effortless consciousness and undeniable realism as the barometer to the tuneful beats of their songs; Qissmet are on the cutting edge of bringing back the most needed creativity in an industry thirsty for new melodies, harmony, and true talent.

Show Me A Sign
Qissmet Lyrics


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Journey through the sands of time
To a place where freedom lies
Should I flee or should I fight
I cannot ignore my right

A tired soul looks to the clouds
Prays to find a way out
Painful teardrops fall and hit the ground

Nations hiding, children dying
Broken families, freedom fighting
Masses murdered, mothers crying
Why, oh why, oh why, oh why
I cry out, I cry out, I cry out
Show me a sign

Can?t you feel my misery?
A saddening reality
Why are leaders fast asleep?
Open up your eyes and see

Tired souls look to the clouds
Praying to find a way out
Painful teardrops fall and hit the ground

Nations hiding, children dying
Broken families, freedom fighting
Masses murdered, mothers crying
Why, oh why, oh why, oh why
I cry out, I cry out, I cry out
Show me a sign

Where is the hope that we?re fighting for
Where is the peace that we?re longing for
Where is the justice, where is the trust
Where is the cure, where is the love
Where is the love

Nations hiding, children dying
Broken families, freedom fighting
Masses murdered, mothers crying
Why, oh why, oh why, oh why




I cry out, I cry out, I cry out
Show me a sign

Overall Meaning

The lyrics in Qissmet's song Show Me A Sign are a call for help and a plea for change. The opening lines describe a journey through time, where the freedom that was once present seems to have disappeared. The singer is faced with a decision - to flee or fight for his right to freedom. The lyrics suggest that he is tired and weary, looking for a way out of his misery. He cries out for a sign to guide him on the right path.


The chorus focuses on the pain and suffering that is present in the world today. The lines "Nations hiding, children dying, broken families, freedom fighting, masses murdered, mothers crying" highlight the senseless violence, oppression, and loss that is prevalent. The singer's cry for help is fueled by the recognition of the sadness and harsh realities that we all face.


The song's final lyrics ask where the hope, peace, justice, trust, cure, and love are. It is a direct message to leaders and governments around the world, asking them to make a change and provide solutions to the problems that we all face.


Overall, the lyrics in Show Me A Sign are powerful and poignant. They speak to the soul and highlight the importance of unity, justice, and love.


Line by Line Meaning

Journey through the sands of time
Embarking on a journey through the history of mankind


To a place where freedom lies
Seeking a place where people are free to live their lives as they wish


Should I flee or should I fight
Contemplating whether to retreat or confront the challenges at hand


I cannot ignore my right
Acknowledging the importance of standing up for what is right


A tired soul looks to the clouds
A person who has become weary of the hardships of life hopes to find a solution


Prays to find a way out
Beseeches a higher power to provide guidance and a resolution to their troubles


Painful teardrops fall and hit the ground
The suffering is so great that tears are shed in despair


Nations hiding, children dying
Countries are concealing their true intentions and innocent kids are losing their lives


Broken families, freedom fighting
Families are torn apart and people are struggling for their fundamental rights


Masses murdered, mothers crying
Large numbers of people are being killed, and the innocent mothers are heartbroken


Why, oh why, oh why, oh why
A desperate plea for an answer to the question of why such tragedies continue to occur


I cry out, I cry out, I cry out
Expressing the intense pain and anguish felt in a difficult situation


Show me a sign
Asking for a sign of hope or direction in the midst of a crisis


Can’t you feel my misery?
Asking if others can empathize with the pain and suffering that is being felt


A saddening reality
A reminder that the situation being faced is a grim and harsh reality


Why are leaders fast asleep?
Questioning the inaction of leaders in bringing a resolution to the crisis at hand


Open up your eyes and see
A call for people in power to recognize and address the problems faced by society


Where is the hope that we’re fighting for
Questioning whether the hope being fought for is actually attainable


Where is the peace that we’re longing for
Questioning the absence of the peace that everyone desires


Where is the justice, where is the trust
Wondering why justice and trust are lacking in society


Where is the cure, where is the love
Questioning the absence of both a cure for societal ills and love to bring people together


Nations hiding, children dying
Continuing to highlight the horrors of innocent deaths and government concealment


Broken families, freedom fighting
The plight of families caught up in fighting for their freedom continues


Masses murdered, mothers crying
Continuation of atrocities results in continued grief for mothers


Why, oh why, oh why, oh why
A repeated plea for understanding and answers in unending chaos


I cry out, I cry out, I cry out
Persistent vocalization of the pain and grief caused by the ongoing crisis


Show me a sign
Repeatedly asking for an indication of a positive outcome or hope in the face of tumult




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