The song "Voices" by Joe Brooks is about the internal struggle between good and evil, represented by the voices of an angel and a devil on the protagonist's shoulder. The devil is depicted as persuasive and alluring, with "scarlet lips and silver tongue", while the angel is seen as a calming voice of reason. The lyrics suggest that the protagonist is struggling to change and grow as a person, constantly giving in to the devil's temptations. They are aware of this pattern but seem unable to break free from its hold, and the darkness of the devil's influence continues to reign over them. The chorus of the song is a plea to the angel to come and quiet the voices, at least for another day. The protagonist recognizes the importance of having their internal conflict resolved, but still seems stuck in the cycle of temptation and succumbing to the devil's voice. Overall, "Voices" is a song about the constant struggle we all face between good and evil, and the importance of recognizing those influences and actively working to make positive changes in our lives.
