They saw your picture on the Sunday paper You waved to the camera with a chip on your shoulder Not a hint of a smile could be found Anywhere near your pompous frown Even as the crowd bowed around you Begging for acceptance They offered flowers that only wilted upon Your pretentiousness
Your eyes shot aversion to the camera lens And the headlines labeled you: \"A local hero\"
We call it only as we see it And watch as history repeats it We call it only as we see And watch as history repeats it
You can't change the color of your blood Don't forget where you come from
How dare your friends offer a helping hand Or support for your art? You resist against an optimist You're only breaking your own heart You spare no apology For dismantling your family Well, money may talk to you but It doesn't say a damn to me
We call it only as we see it And watch as history repeats it We call it only as we see Watch as history repeats it
You can't change the color of your blood Or pave over the beaten path You'll never conquer our steadfast love Don't forget where you come from