What About the Children
Yolanda Adams Lyrics


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Tears streaming down, her heart is broken
Because her life is hurting, so am I
He wears a frown, his dreams are choking
And because he stands alone, his dreams will die
So, humbly I come to you and say
As I sound aloud the warfare of today
Hear me, I pray
CHORUS
What about the children
To ignore is so easy
So many innocent children would choose the wrong way
So what about the children
Remember when we were children
And if not for those who loved us and who cared enough to show
us
Where would we be today

Sir, where is your son
Where lies his refuge
And if he can't come to you, then where can he run
Such a foolish girl, yet still, she's your daughter
And if you will just reminisce your days of young
You see, it's not where you've been, nor what you've done
Because I know a friend who specializes in great outcomes
See His love overcomes

CHORUS (2 times)

Where would we be today
Where would we be today




Where would we be today
What about the the children

Overall Meaning

Yolanda Adams's song "What About the Children" is a song that speaks to the issue of neglecting the needs of children in society. The song describes the plight of children who are suffering because they are not receiving the care and attention they need. The first verse describes a woman who is heartbroken and crying because her life is hurting, and the second verse tells the story of a man who is alone and his dreams are dying. These verses draw attention to the fact that when children are neglected and do not receive the love and support they need, it can lead to tragic consequences.


In the chorus of the song, the singer asks the question, "What about the children?", and reminds us that to ignore their needs is easy, but it can have serious consequences. The song also appeals to parents to take responsibility for their children and to provide them with a safe and nurturing environment. The lyrics remind us that we were all once children, and if not for the people who loved and cared for us, we would not be where we are today.


Overall, the song is a powerful reminder that children are our future and we must do everything we can to protect and care for them. It is an important message that is still relevant today, as there are still many children who are suffering from neglect and abuse.


Line by Line Meaning

Tears streaming down, her heart is broken
She is deeply sorrowful and devastated.


Because her life is hurting, so am I
I am also impacted by her suffering.


He wears a frown, his dreams are choking
His aspirations are suffocating and he appears unhappy.


And because he stands alone, his dreams will die
His loneliness and lack of support will cause his ambitions to perish.


So, humbly I come to you and say
I approach you with humility and respect.


As I sound aloud the warfare of today
I raise my voice to address the conflicts of our time.


Hear me, I pray
Please listen to my plea.


What about the children
What will become of the youth?


To ignore is so easy
It's tempting to overlook or disregard their needs.


So many innocent children would choose the wrong way
Without proper guidance and support, children may make poor decisions.


Remember when we were children
Think back to our own experiences as kids.


And if not for those who loved us and cared enough to show us
If we hadn't had people in our lives who cared and supported us.


Where would we be today
How different would our lives be now?


Sir, where is your son
May I ask where your child is?


Where lies his refuge
Where does he find safety and comfort?


And if he can't come to you, then where can he run
If he can't turn to you for help, where else can he go?


Such a foolish girl, yet still, she's your daughter
Though she may make mistakes, she is still your child.


And if you will just reminisce your days of young
If you reflect upon your own youth.


You see, it's not where you've been, nor what you've done
Your past doesn't define you.


Because I know a friend who specializes in great outcomes
There is hope for positive outcomes.


See His love overcomes
Love can conquer all.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: BENJAMIN WINANS

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