Like holding a metal rod in thunder
Like teasing lightning with a yell
We’ve committed a strategic blunder
A path that leads us straight to hell
We may bomb them day and night
Yet they will strike us back again
They will not give up the fight
This is a war we cannot win
They will hit us where it hurts
At the gas pumps, in the stores
Another round would be absurd
The people’s rage becomes a roar
We are committing war crimes
In the name of lasting peace
We’re only adding to hard times
This is harmful not the least
We cannot end this war by force
For we’ve aroused the people’s pride
We are compelled to stay the course
Although there is no winning side
Give it up and let it go
Cut the loss and move ahead
Where you’re headed no one knows
Try another tact instead
