Everything Went Numb
Streetlight Manifesto Lyrics

And the story goes like this: everything went numb for the money and the guns
The story is that he became numb to everything for the sake of gaining money and power through violence.

And every time he'd think it out: "there's nothing to worry about
He tried to convince himself that everything would go smoothly and there was no need to worry.

Get in the van, don't deviate from the plan
He followed orders and did not question the plan.

If everything goes smooth then you'll walk away a rich man"
He was promised a reward for his participation in the plan.

So it begins, everybody walks in
The plan is set in motion and everyone involved enters the scene.

Could this be the way or the day that the underdog wins?
He wonders if this violence will lead to victory for the oppressed.

I think not, so I bet on the feds because the black hat men never win in the end
He believes that the government will win and chooses to side with them instead of the so-called "black hat men".

Ski mask (check) Sawed off (check) Guilty conscience, fear of death (check check check) Everything went numb when he stumbled upon what he thought Was going to be another means to the end
He is mentally and physically prepared for the violent act that he thought would lead to his desired end.

The silence The sirens It all went down like his nightmare the night before I don't want to hear I don't want to be near I do what I got to do just to keep my nose clean
The violent act is carried out, resulting in chaos and fear. He distances himself from others and only does what he needs to in order to avoid getting caught.

The story doesn't end here Don't fear for our hero ain't near the end My friend Let's take it back to how it all began: with a proposition
The story is not over and the artist is not defeated. The story begins with an offer or proposal.

And proposition starts with a capital p "Or at least for me" is what he said to himself But himself ain't a lot when he's got nothing left Of what was once a man, loved and loving He took that trip that turns something to nothing
He reflects on the power of words and how they can lead to one's downfall. He remembers who he used to be and how he has lost everything due to his actions.

Right and wrong There's not a lot a difference when you're singing that poor man's song And that song it goes just a little like this: Na na na
He recognizes that the line between right and wrong becomes blurred when someone is desperate and struggling, and that these struggles can create a cycle of violence.