It’s a tough realisation
That we all come to learn
Ignorance is self-sustaining
And denial makes it worse
There’s been miscommunication
Amongst our counterparts
We confused wit with slick persuasion
And didn’t think to ask
Are we ever honest if we’re born into a lie?
Expected to just believe when faith is never justified
Like moths drawn to a flame in search of light
I have my predispositions
To sheep disguised as wolves
But by my own admission
I’m guilty of it too
So with all this finger pointing
You’d think there’d be a plan
We’re only making noises
Just because we can
Are we truly kind when conflict is hereditary?
Left to make decisions based on sensibilities
When it comes to progress all we do is call retreat
A halo round the head of hypocrisy
Save the small talk
We’ve got all our
Own faults and failures
We’re no angels
One arm leading blindly
Both eyes on the door
Nights like this remind me
What I’m running for
So take your expectations
Leave me to my
Own faults
And failures
I’m no
Angel
Are we really allies when we act like enemies?
Everyone’s got knives in places where wings could be
Vexing the divide and calling it equality
It’s like trying to turn the other cheek by pulling teeth
Great album. Almost a blend of Old Style and New Style Gaz. Delighted to have seen him perform two of the tracks live at Glastonbury. His performance was better than ever, and the songs are right up there with his best. matsan66
Hold Steady frontman Craig Finn expands his tragic character studies to include old-school horns, pillow harmonies, and rock staying power. Bandcamp New & Notable Apr 24, 2019