You got a story in your mind. You were convinced...
I am guilty - you decide, before you've seen the evidence.
You pick and choose the pieces. You make them fit.
There's nothing I can do or say to make any difference.
As you and your friends attack, [don't pretend that you can't see]
I struggle to catch my breath. [you're making it hard to breathe]
"Only the guilty ones fight back."
You can't say, "Let it go" with your hand still on my throat.
Your story quickly falls apart. Your friends repent.
But you still believe you're right - a man of conviction.
"Why resist if you're innocent?" [don't pretend that you can't see]
I am fighting to catch my breath. [you're making it hard to breathe]
It only proves your suspicions...
You can't say, "Let it go" with your hand still on my throat.
Don't tell me to let it go. Get your hands off my throat.
You got a story in your mind...
credits
released May 22, 2020
Lyrics by James Hoskins
Music by James Hoskins and Sam Hoskins
Recorded and produced by Sam Hoskins
James Hoskins: vocals, electric guitar, acoustic guitar.
Sam Hoskins: drums, bass, keys, and some acoustic guitar.
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