A Farewell to the Kings lyrics

When they turn the pages of history

When these days have passed long ago

Will they read of us with sadness

For the seeds that we let grow?

We turned our gaze

From the castles in the distance

Eyes cast down

On the path of least resistance

Cities full of hatred

Fear and lies

Withered hearts

And cruel, tormented eyes

Scheming demons

Dressed in kingly guise

Beating down the multitude

And scoffing at the wise

The hypocrites are slandering

The sacred halls of truth

Ancient nobles showering

Their bitterness on youth

Can't we find

The minds that made us strong?

Can't we learn

To feel what's right and wrong?

Cities full of hatred

Fear and lies

Withered hearts

And cruel, tormented eyes

Scheming demons

Dressed in kingly guise

Beating down the multitude

And scoffing at the wise

Can't we raise our eyes

And make a start?

Can't we find the minds

To lead us closer to the heart?

• Artist:Rush
• Album:A Farewell to Kings (1977)