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Keep the Faith Lyrics

by Bon Jovi

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Keep the Faith Lyrics

Mother mother tell your children That their time has just begun I have suffered for my anger There are wars that can't be won Father father please believe me I am laying down my guns I am broken like an arrow Forgive me Forgive your wayward son Everybody needs somebody to love (mother, mother) Everybody needs somebody to hate (please believe me) Everybody's bitching 'cause they can't get enough And it's hard to hold on When there's no one to lean on Chorus: Faith: you know you're gonna live through the rain Lord you got to keep the faith Faith: don't let your love turn to hate Right now we got to Keep the faith Keep the faith Keep the faith Lord we got to keep the faith Tell me baby when I hurt you Do you keep it all inside Do you tell me al's forgiven And just hide behind your pride Everybody needs somebody to love (mother, father) Everybody needs somebody to hate (please don't leave me) Everybody's bleeding 'cause the times are tough Well it's hard to be strong When there's no one to dream on Chorus Walking in the footsteps Of society's lies I don't like what I see no more Sometimes I wish that I was blind Sometimes I wait forever To stand out in the rain So no one sees me cryin' Trying to wash away the pain Mother father There's things I've done I can't erase Every night we fall from grace It's hard with the world in yours face Trying to hold on, trying to hold on Faith: you know you're gonna live through the rain Lord you got to keep the faith Faith: don't let your love turn to hate Right now we got to keep the faith Faith: now it's not too late Try to hold on, trying to hold on Keep the faith

Meaning of Keep the Faith

“Keep the Faith” is a plea for understanding and forgiveness amidst personal turmoil and societal strife. Bon Jovi’s message centers on acknowledging past mistakes – symbolized by laying down “guns” and brokenness – while desperately seeking redemption from loved ones, specifically mothers and fathers. The song expresses profound loneliness and frustration with a world filled with negativity and hardship, where people struggle to find strength and connection. It urges listeners to hold onto faith, recognizing that even through difficult times like “rain,” there’s an inherent hope for survival and healing. The repeated refrain, "Keep the faith," acts as a powerful call to persevere, offering solace and reminding us that ultimately, everyone needs love and understanding – though some may also harbor hate – and that forgiveness is crucial in navigating life's challenges with vulnerability and resilience.

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