Love and Mercy

I was talking with a colleague and friend who pointed me to this Beach Boys song. It was new to me. Maybe it is to you as well.

Certainly seems applicable as a call or an invitation, Church. How are we doing with this stuff these days?—

I was sittin’ in a crummy movie with my hands on my chin
Oh the violence that occurs seems like we never win

Love and mercy that’s what you need tonight
So, love and mercy to you and your friends tonight

I was lyin’ in my room and the news came on t.v.
A lotta people out there hurtin’ and it really scares me

Love and mercy that’s what you need tonight
So, love and mercy to you and your friends tonight

I was standin’ in a bar and watchin’ all the people there
Oh the lonliness in this world well it’s just not fair

Hey love and mercy that’s what you need tonight
So, love and mercy to you and your friends tonight

Love and mercy that’s what you need tonight
Love and mercy tonight

Love and mercy

Source: Musixmatch

Songwriters: Brian Douglas Wilson / Van Dyke Parks / Roger Val Christian

Love and Mercy lyrics © Greensleeves Publishing Limited, Qabalah First, Irving Music Inc.