You say you want a revolution
Well, you know, we all want to change the world
You tell me that it's evolution
Well, you know, we all want to change the world

But when you talk about destruction
Don't you know you can count me out
Don't you know it's gonna be alright, alright, alright

You say you got a real solution
Well, you know, we'd all love to see the plan
You ask me for a contribution
Well, you know, we're all doing what we can

But if you want money for people with minds that hate
All I can tell you is brother you have to wait
Don't you know it's gonna be alright, alright, alright

You say you'll change the constitution
Well, you know, we'd all love to change your head
You tell me it's the institution
Well, you know, you'd better free your mind instead

But if you go carrying pictures of Chairman Mao
You ain't going to make it with anyone anyhow
Don't you know it's gonna be alright, alright, alright