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I wrestled with this tune for a long time because of the climate in the nation. However, the truth must be told. I believe the lyrics are self-explanitory. He who has ears, let him hear...

A Whrilwind

Lead /guitar intro

I see those black clouds coming
Trouble is on the way
I see those black clouds coming
Big-time trouble is on the way
When a nation forgets who The LORD is
There's a heavy toll to pay

Some big storms hit us
Now a whirlwind is on the way
I said some big storms hit us
Now a whirlwind is on the way
People'll cry out to the Lord
They don't wanna do things God's way

Chorus
The leaders lead for profit
And false prophets see for pay
The people listen to these liars
That tell 'em... everything's OK
But a whirlwind is coming
And ya best get out of the way
There will be fire in the nightime
And bloody darkness by day

Lead Guitar Solo

A whirlwind is comin', I see a bad thing comin'
A whirlwind is comin'
Big-time trouble is on the way
People'll cry out to the Lord
They just don't wanna do things His way

There'll be more horror from nature
And more terror from men
I said more horror from nature
And more bloody terror from men
The watchmen are crying out
But the nation is too wrapped up sin

Chorus
The leaders lead for profit
And false prophets see for pay
The people love to listen to liars
That tell them... everything's OK
But a whirlwind is coming
And ya best get out of the way
If you're not staight with the Lord
Better get on your knees and pray

C.R. Atkinson 2002