Better Things

I've found a few things.
But I've lost even more.
I haven't fought much.
But I've died thrice in the war.

My friends have been shot down by the solid lead of a metal word.
Man, you wouldn't believe some of the things I've heard.

Not even a quarter of a proper life.
I feel as old as the earth.
I know something isn't right.
When people judge others' worth.

So I'll take all my words.
And I'll take what they mean.
I've got better things to do with my dreams.
The younger half of me is what you've all seen.
I've got better things to do with my dreams.

I've taken a sword to the hope.
A gun shot wound to my ideas.
I've been bandaged in faith.
I'm ready, so bring 'em.

So I'll take all my words.
And I'll take what they mean.
I've got better things to do with my dreams.
The younger half of me is what you've all seen.
I've got better things to do with my dreams.

How can I believe in man?
If he's just an ape or some slime.
How can I disregard my Lord?
To deny him would be the worst crime.

So I'll take all my words.
And I'll take what they mean.
I've got better things to do with my dreams.
The younger half of me is what you've all seen.
I've got better things to do with my dreams.