Lyrics

(Verse 1)
I walked into town hall, papers in hand
Said, “Ma’am, here’s the truth, I hope you understand”
But before I could finish, the mayor got sore
He said, “Son, we don’t need your facts 'round here no more”

I said, “I ain't tryin’ to fight, I'm just readin’ the chart”
But they packed up my desk like I’d broke someone’s heart

(Chorus)
Gimme three facts, mister, and a minute to speak
Don’t fire the messenger for callin’ out the weak
I ain’t burnin’ no flag, I just lit up a lie
But the truth ain’t safe when the power’s high

(Verse 2)
Next day at the church they were passin’ the hat
For Miss Ellie Mae—lost her job just like that
She helped folks vote who were born down the road
But now her name’s mud 'cause the system's been sold
They said, “If they can’t spell it, then they don’t get to choose”
She said, “That ain’t the law—just a new way to lose”

(Chorus)
Gimme one vote, brother, and a ride to the poll
Don’t lock the gate when I’m already on a roll
I ain’t breakin’ no rules, just tryin’ to live free
But the lines have been drawn to silence folks like me

(Bridge)
Truth gets shoved in a paper sack
While the boss man smiles with a flag on his back
But I’ve seen the numbers, I’ve read the lines
And I know a cover-up when it shines

(Final Chorus)
Gimme three rights, sister, and a day in the sun
Don’t silence the ones who just get the job done
This ain’t just about me—it’s the story of us
When truth gets punished, who can you trust?