How Long

How long, how long, how long,



How long, please tell me, how long



'Til you tell me that he's gone, how long







Too many time I have seen your cryin' eyes



While you're standing there with him



As your future's growing dim







You're afraid,



Though you're trying to be strong



It's a challenge to be brave







When he's oblivious to the pain



And it won't be very long



'Til you crumble from the strain



(It's wrong)







Indications on your arm



Tell the story of the harm



Of your father's power trip



All your bruises fit his grip







It's a crime



But you think that it's all your fault



'Cause it happens all the time







"You're an idiot", "Be a man"



Now you wanna shut his mouth



Feel the shotgun in your hand



(You can)