Hope

by Ellect

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Written and performed by Ellect
Produced by Eric Watkins

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HOOK
I got hope we're gonna make it
I got hope we're gonna shine
I got hope we'll be together
Leave that racist shit behind

I got hope we're gonna make it
I got hope we're gonna shine
I got hope we'll see forever
Live in peace for all mankind


VERSE 1
I got hope
I don't take your racism as a joke
You'll get smoked if you think I'm peaceful when I'm provoked

They're using cars as weapons
Against lawful protestors
The police are standing on the sidelines
And they just arrest us?

Whose side are you on?
Protect the people?
Your troops are armed
And aiming at your sisters, brothers, fathers, and your moms

We got no bombs, we got no weapons, we got a voice
You keep defending our oppressors, but you've got a choice

White supremacy perpetuates the real evil
They think they own the land
They stole it from the real people

And used our blood, sweat, and tears
To build the foundation of America
The great uncivilized nation


HOOK
I got hope we're gonna make it
I got hope we're gonna shine
I got hope we'll be together
Leave that racist shit behind

I got hope we're gonna make it
I got hope we're gonna shine
I got hope we'll see forever
Live in peace for all mankind


VERSE 2
Some call me optimistic
Some call me realistic
Some say I got the vision
But it's cuz I seen a mystic

Who told me everything I think is a reality
That's why I care about my work more than a salary

Cuz it's about the people
Until we all are equal
You've only got one life to live and no there is no sequel

Haters are see-through
I hate the way how they see you
And me, that's why We The People
Aren't satisfied til our status is higher than any steeple

Revolution is what we do
"Papito" is what mi familia calls on the d-low

We at the round table, plotting out our domination
Like Toussaint the Haitian
Fight to give us true emancipation

Have no fear - so let me be clear
Right here's where I stand
With the power of the people that I put into a plan

We demand to know the truth
Take a stand and we'll be free
Keep the light, protect your fire
Cuz there's hope for you and me

Said I got hope...


HOOK
I got hope we're gonna make it
I got hope we're gonna shine
I got hope we'll be together
Leave that racist shit behind

I got hope we're gonna make it
I got hope we're gonna shine
I got hope we'll see forever
Live in peace for all mankind

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released May 3, 2019
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Ellect Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

ELLECT is a musician, educator, and activist based in Philadelphia, PA. He also produces as DJ EAR.2.EAR.

Formerly known as TYSON / Mr. Tyson.

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