Oh My Heart
R.E.M. Lyrics

The kids have a new take
The younger generation has a new perspective

A new take on faith
A new interpretation of religion

Pick up the pieces
Rebuild and move on from hardship

Get carried away
Be inspired and passionate

I came home to a city half erased
Returning to a place that has changed and been damaged

I came home to face what we faced
Confronting the issues and challenges that still exist in the city

This place needs me here to start
This city and its people require my help to begin anew

This place is the beat of my heart
This city is an integral part of who I am

The storm didn't kill me
Surviving and persevering through difficult times

The government changed
Political shifts affecting daily lives

Hear the answer call
Be open and listen to solutions

Hear the song rearranged
Hearing a different version of a familiar melody

Hear the trees, the ghosts and the buildings sing
Nature and history are present and alive in the city

With the wisdom to reconcile this thing
With the understanding and insight needed to find a solution

It's sweet and it's sad and it's true
Acknowledging the complexity of the situation

How it doesn't look bitter on you
Not letting the difficulties affect you negatively

Mother and father
Addressing parents, who may provide guidance and support

I stand beside you
Supporting them in return

The good of this world
The positive aspects of existence

Might help see me through
May assist in persevering and remaining hopeful