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 doing what we can

But when 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 all want 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
Alright
Alright