Lyrics

RACING WITH THE STORM

Living life of near poverty
Working hard to barely make ends meet
Looking for a change—not charity

Politician with promises
Prosperity for everyone
Insufficient wages—fear the homeless

And we’re racing with the storm trying to keep the family fed
Racing with the storm trying to keep one step ahead
And we’re racing with the storm
See the lightning greed then hear the thunder need

Ivy league for the well to do
Great luxury for the chosen few
Survival skills for inner city school

Getting old quick and quicker
Money saved way too meager
Indignity creating bitter

And we’re racing with the storm trying to keep a safe warm bed
Racing with the storm trying to keep one step ahead
Yes we’re racing with the storm
See the lightning greed then hear the thunder need

Endless worries with sleepless nights
No monetary relief in sight
Lost the battle—losing the fight

Getting sick pure devastation
No medical no consideration
Financial loss-- sell all possessions