You say you want a revolution Well, you know
We all want to change the world

You tell me that a evolution Well, you know
We all want to change the world

But when you talk about destruction
Don't you know that 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 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