homelessness

We are all Locked up in Our Minds

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I was listening to Trace Atkins singing Toby Keith’s song- Ships that Don’t Come In. Here are the lyrics I want to talk about: So here's to all the soldiersWho have ever died in vainThe insane locked up in themselvesAnd the homeless down on Main It’s a tribute to soldiers mostly, but that line about … Continue reading We are all Locked up in Our Minds

Ships That Don’t Come In.

/ Thomas Cannon / Leave a comment

The song "Ships That Don't Come In" by Trace Atkins, originally sung by Toby Keith, pays tribute to soldiers and touches on the plight of the homeless. The complexities of homelessness, including social attitudes and individual struggles, are highlighted. The narrative challenges the belief that homelessness is solely a result of personal choices, emphasizing the role of trauma, mental illness, and societal support.