Eyes Black

Her hidden face offends – the righteous ways of men
Beneath the veil lies – the meaning of submission
Imprisoned in the dark – she fights to see the light
Denied a voice to speak – and basic human rights

Holier than thou – Heavier than God
Blessed be thy name – It’s coming down
Heavier than God
Holier than thou

Inside the torture mask – her eyes are lined with black
The cloth curtain covers – her beauty front to back
And in the name of faith – she suffers for religion
The cloak of fear and terror – is a war on women

Holier than thou – Heavier than God
Blessed be thy name – It’s coming down
Heavier than God
Holier than thou

So pious in their violence – against their women
Misogynistic men who don’t believe in freedom
Persecuted, silenced, treated as possessions
A profound reminder of oppression

Holier than thou – Heavier than God
Blessed be thy name- It’s coming down
Heavier than God
Holier than thou

Her identity remains a mystery
Deprived of dignity and her self esteem
Forced modesty – without equality
Sacrificed her life – to live unseen