Story Behind The Song
Initially regarded the murder in the 1970's by Houston Texas police of a Hispanic organizer - Jose Campos Torres. He was taken into custody and died, face down in a pool of water, with his hands handcuffed. Police were not initially charged for murder or anything. Ultimately, they were charged with civil rights obstruction and received 6 month sentences.
Song Description
Agitated at our leaders who lead us astray. They will pay for their actions.
| Song Length |
3:08 |
Genre |
Folk - Contemporary, Folk - General |
| Tempo |
Tempo Undefined |
Lead Vocal |
Male Vocal |
| Mood |
Fuming, Troubled |
Subject |
Protest, General |
| Similar Artists |
Bob Dylan, Neil Young |
Language |
English |
| Era |
2000 and later |
| |
Lyrics
Broken rule, another creation has strayed
When you break a rule you really have to pay
Oh, how hard we try to be so strong
I saw the shepherds who were to protect us
Poison us where they lead us
You line up all your sheep, you bleed them in a barn
You skin their bodies just to keep your carcasses warm
I see your mare so royal, a colorful coat upon your wall
Your buildings may be ten miles tall
But, I see they don't matter at all
Why did you take the hammer into your hands?
Did you think your God could really understand?
As well, you must make your stand
But, when you're buried in the sand
Tell me, why was it so grand?
Broken rule, another creation has strayed
When you break a rule, you really have to pay