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As Time Goes By [Pre-production Version] Lyrics by Gamma Ray

Land of the Free

1995

[Verse 1]
Do you believe in justice
Or so-called coexistence?
What's wrong with politicians?
They only want your best

The economics' growin'
Some tiny holes above
A little radiation
Wake up, this planet fades

[Pre-Chorus 1]
You are only watching; you're part of the show
Stand up; raise your voices, say, "No!"

[Pre-Chorus 2]
War—somebody's always starts again
Hate—we're getting closer to the end

[Chorus]
As time goes by
(We never seem to beat the ones who say we can't be free)
As time goes by

[Verse 2]
Do you believe in money?
Do you believe in guns? (Bang, bang)
Do you trust the press, babe?
You'd better trust yourself

[Pre-Chorus 1]
You are only watching; you're part of the show
Stand up; raise your voices, say, "No!"

[Pre-Chorus 2]
War—somebody's always starts again
Hate—we're getting closer to the end

[Chorus]
As time goes by
(We never seem to beat the ones who say we can't be free)
As time goes by

[Bridge]
Missiles are launching, the tanks are rollin'
Guns are blazing, the sky is black

[Solo]

[Pre-Chorus 2]
War—somebody's always starts again
Hate—seems like this world is at an end

[Chorus]
As time goes by
(We never seem to beat the ones who say we can't be free)
As time goes by
(We're getting closer to the end of our ability)

[Outro]
As time goes by
(We never seem to beat the ones who say we can't be free)
As time goes by
(We're getting closer to the end of our ability)
As time goes by
(Is there a place to run for shelter in a high-tech war?)
As time goes by
(Can you believe and trust in God to help you from above?)
As time goes by
(Is there a place to run for shelter in a high-tech war?)
As time goes by
(Can you believe and trust in God to help you from above?)
As time goes by
As time goes by …
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About “As Time Goes By [Pre-production Version]” by Gamma Ray

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"As Time Goes By [Pre-production Version]" appears on "Land of the Free" in 1995.

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