The song "Times Like These" by Hayes Carll reflects the struggles and challenges of the present times. The lyrics suggest that people need to come together to face the difficulties in these times and help each other. The song talks about the division and inequality that exist in society and how these are causing problems. Carll sings about how people are losing ground and fighting for promised lands, but it's hard to tell whether this is heaven or hell. He also talks about the frustration of dealing with billionaires who take all the time, while the rest of the people have to pay and suffer. The song highlights the difficulties of keeping hope and holding on to dreams in such troubled times. In the chorus, Carll states that times come and go and that people are in danger of losing something they don't have. He sings about trying to remain true to oneself while the world is turning people into something they are not. The song ends with Carll expressing his desire to do his labor, love his girl, and help his neighbor, but also the realization that it's getting harder to do that in times like these. The message is clear - people need to come together, help each other, and find a way to get through the challenges of these times.
