Heard

I was halfway up a tree the first time that I felt you move Saw them dragging your Daddy from the road to let the cars get through The politicians frowned for the cameras and then they went back home And when your Daddy took the fine I knew I'd wind up on my own See, I was always taught that actions speak louder than words I tried to tell him my plans I don't think he heard Heard We lived in an old caravan, just along from the base At night your Daddy played guitar and passed out I thought you might start painting signs that read Not In My Name Then light a fire with the mail from the council See I'm of the view that actions speak louder than words Wristbands and songs sure seem nice but they never get heard You were 4 weeks old when they came to help us do what's best I stood by your crib in the corner and cried we're just fine One said you don't have a choice my dear, look, he's already signed Well, when I get a rush of anger I sometimes can't find the words I put my fist through the window to make myself heard Heard Heard Make myself heard Heard Heard Make myself heard My lawyer told the jury the rest of that day was a blur But from the newspaper story it seems I caused quite a stir They said I was pulling hair and yelling, and screaming about hypocrites and peace He always did believe in the power of choosing his words But when I asked if he'd bring you to see me I don't think he heard You know it's been a long time since you and I spent that day up the tree The war went ahead anyway, then they took you from me If you get this today then, baby, happy graduation Or maybe it's your birthday, your wedding Or some other occasion So whatever you do with your life Make sure you're heard Heard Heard Make sure you're heard Heard Heard Make sure you're heard Heard Heard Heard Heard Heard Heard Make Sure You're Heard Heard