The Same

The heart of a killer
Beats the same blood
Through the same veins as
The heart of restraint
The eyes of a sinner
Sees the same sun
And the same moon
As the eyes of a saint

So what do we gain through nomenclature?
We divide ourselves, so quick to walk away
An obfuscated mind feeds a hellish nature
When will we realize we're all here to stay?

Breathe winter deep into your lungs
Sharp breaths assassinate your aspirations
Exhale summer until the day is done
Destroy all preconceived inclinations

The hand of a builder
Grips with different strength
Goes through different pains
Than the hand of a surgeon
When their souls collide
Do they shake their hands with pride
Or do they start up a fight
About who's more important?

If I could trade with you
I would take what I could get
Give my best without regret
And I'd hope you'd do the same
I'd like to join you
In lifting each other up
We sure could use some better luck
To add to our names

Breathe winter deep into your lungs
Sharp breaths assassinate your aspirations
Exhale summer until the day is done
Destroy all preconceived inclinations