Michael Gira

Blind Lyrics



Now some of us are weak, and some endure



And some people live their lives, with a violence that's pure and clean



But I saw a man cry once, down on his knees



In the corner of a darkened cell, and his pain meant nothing to me



But I was younger then, and young men never die



When I walked out in the sun, I was strong, clear minded,



and blind



I don't say a prayer for anyone, it doesn't do any good



And please don't ask me a question, you'll just be misunderstood



And if you could step inside me, you'd feel what hatred brings



And if you saw with my eyes, you'd see what self-deception means



I was younger once, and I created a lie



And though my body was strong, I was self-deluded, confident,



and blind





Now show some pity, for the weak of will



Because when we're drinking, we can never be filled



And show some understanding, for the lonely fool



Because when l'm drinking, I'm out of control



No I was never young, and nothing has transpired



And when I look in the mirror, I feel dead, I feel cold,



I am blind.