In 'Wealth and Joy,' Lukas Nelson explores the stark contrast between the lifestyles of the wealthy elite and the everyday struggles of the common people. This poignant anthem captures the essence of society’s divide while celebrating the simple joys that the elite can never truly understand. With heartfelt lyrics and a resonant message, this song invites listeners to reflect on the values that truly matter in life.
Verse 1:
In gilded halls where laughter echoes loud,
They sip their wine, so safe behind a shroud.
Gold-plated dreams, in their towers they lay,
While the rest of us are fighting through each day.
Chorus:
But we’ve got joy, they’ll never know,
The kind that rises from the seeds we sow.
In the struggle and the pain, we find our way,
A light that shines, come what may.
Verse 2:
They drive their cars on streets that we can't tame,
Our voices lost, but they don’t feel the shame.
Chasing wealth while the world is left behind,
In their blinded path, true wealth they’ll never find.
Chorus:
But we’ve got joy, they’ll never know,
The kind that rises from the seeds we sow.
In the struggle and the pain, we find our way,
A light that shines, come what may.
Bridge:
So lift your head, and wear your scars with pride,
In our unity, we will not divide.
We may be broke, but our spirits soar,
In the face of greed, we’ll open every door.
Chorus:
‘Cause we’ve got joy, they’ll never know,
The kind that rises from the seeds we sow.
In the struggle and the pain, we find our way,
A light that shines, come what may.
Outro:
So let them count their gold and build their walls,
In the heart of the people, true richness calls.
We’ve got joy, they’ll never know,
For in this life of love, we’ll always glow.
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wealthy elite run the world which sucks for the rest of us, but we have a joy they’ll never know
Lukas Nelson