Ball Of Confusion
The Temptations Lyrics

People moving out, people moving in
Society is in a constant state of flux, with people of different races and cultures continuously migrating.

Why, because of the color of their skin
Racial discrimination is a primary factor for the movement of people, with those of color being treated unfairly.

Run, run, run but you sure can't hide
Despite moving away, discrimination and prejudice remains a pervasive issue that cannot be escaped from.

An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth
Violence and retaliation is a widespread reaction to discrimination and injustice, further adding to societal problems.

Vote for me and I'll set you free
Politicians use empty promises of freedom and equality to gain votes, but seldom do they deliver on their promises.

Rap on, brother, rap on
The African American community has found a way to cope with their struggles through hip-hop and other forms of music.

Well, the only person talking about love thy brother is the preacher
The only person advocating for love and unity is the religious leader, while society as a whole ignores these values.

And it seems nobody's interested in learning but the teacher
Teachers are often the only ones genuinely concerned with educating people on the realities of discrimination, while others turn a blind eye.

Segregation, determination, demonstration, integration
The fight for equality and an end to discrimination involves a variety of methods, including protests, determination, and integration of different races.

Aggravation, humiliation, obligation to our nation
The reality of discrimination leads to feelings of frustration, shame, and a sense of responsibility towards the country to make things right.

Ball of confusion
The world is in a constant state of confusion and discord.

Oh yeah, that's what the world is today
This is the current state of society, a chaotic and confusing mess.

Woo, hey, hey
An expression of frustration and disappointment with the state of the world.

The sale of pills are at an all time high
Drug use is rampant and on the rise, with pills being a popular choice of drug.

Young folks walking round with their heads in the sky
The youth are often disconnected from the reality of society, oblivious to the problems around them.

The cities ablaze in the summer time
Social unrest is growing in urban areas, leading to violent and destructive riots.

And oh, the beat goes on
Despite the chaos and problems, life continues on for most people, with little change occurring.

Evolution, revolution, gun control, sound of soul
The world is grappling with various issues, including political change, gun control, and the flourishing music scene.

Shooting rockets to the moon, kids growing up too soon
Despite technological advances, society is also grappling with issues related to youth growing up too fast and being exposed to too much too soon.

Politicians say more taxes will solve everything
Leaders often use higher taxes as a solution to societal problems, despite evidence that it may not be the best approach.

And the band played on
The troubles of society continue on, even as entertainment persists.

So, round and around and around we go
Society is in a constant cycle of repeating the same problems and making little progress.

Where the world's headed, nobody knows
The future of society is uncertain and unclear.

Oh, great googa-looga, can't you hear me talking to you
An expression of urgency and desperation to be heard by others about the dire state of the world.

Just a ball of confusion
A lamentation about the chaotic state of society, with little hope for change.

Fear in the air, tension everywhere
Society is full of fear and tension, as people grapple with deep-seated societal issues.

Unemployment rising fast, the Beatles new record's a gas
While societal problems persist, people are still able to find small moments of joy and pleasure, such as a new hit song from the Beatles.

And the only safe place to live is on an Indian reservation
The reality of societal problems is so dire that even the solution of living on an Indian reservation is only a marginal improvement.

Eve of destruction, tax deduction, city inspectors, bill collectors
Society is grappling with a variety of issues, including environmental destruction, rampant taxes, and issues with city governance.

Mod clothes in demand, population out of hand, suicide, too many bills
Other societal issues include the rise of new fashion trends, an out of control population, and a sense of hopelessness due to financial struggles.

Hippies moving to the hills, people all over the world are shouting, end the war
Despite the chaos, some people are actively trying to change things by moving away from mainstream society or advocating for an end to war.

Let me hear ya, let me hear ya, let me hear ya
An invitation to others to join in on the conversation about the state of the world and work towards solutions.

Sayin', ball of confusion
Emphasizing the state of society as a chaotic and confusing mess.

That's what the world is today, hey, hey
Reiterating the current state of society as a chaotic and confusing mess.

Let me hear ya, let me hear ya, let me hear ya, let me hear ya, let me hear ya
Encouraging others to contribute to the conversation and work towards solutions.

Ball of confusion
A phrase that encapsulates the feeling of chaos and confusion in society.