What Should Be Done
Uriah Heep · Come Away Melinda: Ballads [2006]
You found a way of living
That prevents
You losing any sleep
Well, my friend
Take this that I'm giving
It's your piece of mind
You oughta keep
You'll run into trouble for sure
By living behind a locked door
Will you run the risk
Of being taunted
By doing what you wanna do
Or do you prefer to have
Your whole life haunted
By the ones who
Choose to care for you
Beware of their motives my friend
Take care
You're still there at the end
Watch out for winter
It'll bite you with cold
Black spirits trying hard
To bribe you with gold
Would you steal a nickel
from a blind man
Well, right now
I do believe you would
It's not the thought of you
Doing it that hurts me
It's the mind behind it
What's no good
If this is your way
I don't wanna know
It's only so far I can go
I won't go no further
Not for you or anyone
I have my own ideas on
What should be done
What should be done
What Should Be Done
Uriah Heep's 'What Should Be Done' stands as a reflective piece within the band's extensive catalogue of ballads. Released on the 2006 compilation Come Away Melinda: Ballads, the track captures the group's signature blend of melodic soft rock and progressive sensibilities. While the band is often celebrated for anthemic hard rock, this recording highlights their capacity for introspection and emotional depth. The song fits comfortably alongside other notable ballads in their discography, showcasing the enduring songwriting partnership that has defined their sound for decades. It serves as a reminder of the band's ability to craft atmospheric, thoughtful music that resonates with long-time fans and newcomers alike, maintaining the high production standards expected from their later studio efforts.