Deep Red Bells

He led you to this hiding place
His lightening threats spun silver tongues
The red bells beckon you to ride
A hand print on the driver's sideIt looks a lot like engine oil
And tastes like being poor and small
And Popsicles in the summerDeep red bells, deep as I've been done
Deep red bells, deep as I've been doneIt always has to come this
Red bells ring this tragic gun
Lost sight of the overpass
The daylight won't remember herWhen speckled fronds raise 'round your bones
Who took the time to fold your clothes
Who shook the Valley of the ShadowDeep red bells, deep as I've been done
Deep red bells, deep as I've been doneWhere does this mean world cast its cold eye
Who's left to suffer long about you
Does your soul cast about like an old paper bag
Past empty lots and early gravesThose like you who lost their way
Murdered on the interstate
While the red bells rang like thunderDeep red bells, deep as I've been done
Deep red bells, deep as I've been done