Looking for a Leader

13 Aug 2018 · 3 min

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The lyrics of “Looking for a Leader,” performed by Gedalya Folk Rock Rabbi, present a plaintive, repetitive plea for genuine leadership amid political and social turmoil. The speaker questions the competence of current authorities, dismisses reliance on newspapers and news broadcasts, and laments the lack of empathy from those in power. References to past concerns about the future of American youth and the human race underscore a deep anxiety about societal direction. The song repeatedly asks listeners to point out or become a leader, framing the search as both personal and collective, while employing a hard‑voiced, folk‑rock style to convey urgency and frustration.

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Heard a man talk about love. Had a voice that was hard and tough. Had a plan to make the peace. Playing golf in the Middle East. Is there anyone who seems to know what's the right way to go? I'm looking for a leader, looking for a leader. Don't read the papers, don't watch the news. It doesn't matter who you choose. Who's gonna keep us safe and sound, better than the ones we found? Is there anyone who seems to care? Everybody is saying prayer for a leader. Oh yeah. Years ago, thought about the future of American youth. Now the people are crying out, who's gonna save the day? I looked around at the bobbing heads. Did they hear a word he said? He doesn't know what the people need. He's like a stone in a bag of feed. Is it yet the time to grieve? I do believe we're on the eve of destruction. Less we can find a leader. Looking for a leader. Years ago, thought about the future of the human race. Now the people are crying out, who's gonna save the day? I'm looking for a leader. I'm looking for a leader. Looking for a leader. Has anyone seen a leader? I'm looking for a leader. Maybe you could point me in the direction of a leader.