Showdown (G.E./P.)

Lyrics

[Intro] We spoke our minds too clearly, assumed fundamental rights Were inherent not as pawns but men I do not require a gauge for freedoms of speech 'Cause I never asked to be a citizen I never have and never will pledge allegiance [Verse 1] Waking up each morning with confusion in my eyes The wind is biting through to wave hello Seeing my reflection, an exterior of lies I hope this shaky feeling doesn't show [Verse 2] As if I had to tell you, there was little left to say Stilted conversation coloured blue You were sitting down and you got up to walk away I tried to stay, but I was right behind you I was right behind you, I was right behind you [Pre-Chorus 1] Tension in the stare I cannot bear So close to helpless as the songs I sing, inside me ring Final words are boring, never touching Oh, you whispered something in my ear I couldn't hear you [Chorus 1] Girls with the greenest eyes The first time you have kissed Our quiet, softest sighs A song for all of those who shot and missed [Verse 3] Welcome to this world-imbued identity Born, tagged, tattooed, pacified Generously bestowed my rights and privileges replete with Arbitrary values ascribed [Verse 4] Nothing I can tell you, there's nothing I can say Stunted conversations, censored thought Completely free and liberty guaranteed Unless, of course, you decide I'm not But I won't be resigned to fall in line behind you [Pre-Chorus 2] Tension in the air I cannot bear So what the fuck am I accomplishing? Absolutely nothing All these words are boring, time for action But you've taught me to be a pawn, it won't last for long [Chorus 2] Those who see through the lies Are quickly gagged and bound Ambition realized Tear the whole fucking thing down [Refrain] I was right behind you I was right behind you