Ball Of Confusion
Love And Rockets · Other Songs - Love And Rockets
Why, because of the color of their skin
Run, run, run but you just can't hide
An eye for an eye, a tooth for a tooth
Vote for me and I'll set you free
Rap on, brother, rap on
Well, the only person talking about love and affection is the preacher
And it seems nobody's interested in learning but the teacher
Segregation, determination, demonstration, intergration
Aggravation, humiliation, devastation of our nation
Ball of confusion
Yeah, that's what the world is today
Hey, hey
Ball of confusion
Yeah, that's what the world is today
Hey, hey
The sale of pills are at an all time high
Who was walkin' down with there heads in the sky?
The cities aflame in the summer time!
go on and we go home
Economics, Reaganomics, Birth Control, The Status Quo
Shooting rockets to the moon, kids growing up too soon
Politicians say
And the band played on
So, round and around and around we go
Where the world's headed, nobody knows
Ball of confusion
That's what the world is today
Hey hey
Ball of confusion
That's what the world is today
Hey hey
Hey hey
Fear in the air, tension everywhere
Unemployment rising fast, the Beatles new record's a gas
And the band played on
Eve of destruction, tax deduction, city inspectors, bill collectors
Solid Gold in demand, population out of hand, suicide
Too many bills, hippies movin' to the hills
People all over the world are dying in the war
And the band played on
Ball of confusion
That's what the world is today, hey, hey
Ball of confusion
That's what the world is today, hey, hey
Ball of confusion
That's what the world is today, hey, hey
Ball of confusion
That's what the world is today
Hey Hey
Ball Of Confusion
Love And Rockets emerged from the post-punk landscape of the late 1980s, blending psychedelic rock with new wave sensibilities to create a distinct sonic identity. This track captures the band's signature atmospheric approach, weaving together intricate guitar textures and driving rhythms that defined their early recordings. As part of their broader discography, the song reflects the group's ability to balance introspective melodies with energetic production. The recording stands as a testament to their collaborative songwriting process, showcasing the interplay between the band members that would later characterize their most celebrated albums. While often associated with their debut era, this work highlights the experimental edge that set them apart from contemporaries, offering listeners a glimpse into the rich, layered soundscapes that continue to influence modern alternative rock.