BLOOD
The Kelly Family Lyrics

They drill them to the ground,
They oppress and subjugate them, leaving them with no chance to rise and assert themselves.

they take away their rights,
They rob them of their liberties and freedoms, erasing their sense of agency.

they're making martyrs out of little children.
They use children as symbols of their cause, exploiting their innocence and vulnerability for their own ends.

Give a kid a gun, take away her Mum,
They manipulate children by taking away their support structures, leading them to feel like they have no choice but to join their cause.

they teach them how to kill when they hunger.
They provide children with the skills to kill without thought or remorse, leading them down a path of violence and bloodshed.

Kill that man, kill that girl, kill anyone you want today.
They instill a sense of blind hatred and aggression, encouraging people to see others as enemies and to kill them without remorse.

Blood is on the ground, they're shooting all around,
Violence is rampant and people are dying constantly, with no hope of peace or safety.

they got an army bigger than D-day.
Their forces are massive and seem unbeatable, making it difficult to resist or oppose them.

We're living in a time where loving is so hard,
In this society, love and compassion are rare and difficult to find, making it hard to connect with others and build positive relationships.

I can't even help my little brother,
It's difficult to support and care for even those closest to us, leaving people feeling hopeless and isolated.

but silence is a crime when someone needs your help,
Failing to speak out against injustice and violence is akin to participating in those acts, perpetuating them and causing further harm.

GOD have mercy on me today.
God, help us to find a way to overcome this violence and hatred and find a better way to live and coexist.

War is money, war is power,
Conflict and violence are often driven by greed and the desire for power, rather than any noble ideals or causes.

blood is the river of the century.
Bloodshed and violence are defining features of this era, with people dying in staggering numbers and violence seeming like an ever-present threat.

Leave them now, let them go,
It's time to break free from this cycle of violence and hatred, and to let go of the desire for revenge and destruction.

set all the children free!
We need to work to build a better world for future generations, one where children are safe, valued, and free from the horrors of war and violence.

This song is also dedicated to all the kids living in this society
This song is for all the children living in a society that is violent and dangerous, where they must grow up far too quickly and are denied their basic rights.

who are being deprived of their basis rights,
These children are being robbed of the fundamental things they need to grow and thrive, making it difficult for them to live fulfilling lives.

the right to a peaceful home,
Children have the right to grow up in a safe and secure environment, free from the threat of violence or harm.

the right to an education,
All children have the right to learn and grow, to have access to knowledge and resources that will help them build a better future.

the right to innocence,
Every child deserves the chance to experience life with a sense of wonder and joy, to be protected from the harsh realities of the world.

the right to health and food,
Children must have access to the resources they need to grow and develop, including nutritious food and quality healthcare.

to love and to be loved,
Children need to experience love and connection with others, to feel like they belong and are valued for who they are.

the right to a joyful youth.
We must work to create a world where children can experience the simple joys of childhood, free from the threat of violence or oppression.

And my heart goes out especially to my nephews
This song is personal for me, as I think about the future of those closest to me and how they will be affected by the violence and chaos of the world around us.