The song Weeping, by Josh Groban, tells the story of a man who lives in fear of a demon that he cannot face. He builds a wall of steel and flame and employs men with guns to keep the demon under control but the fear, fire, and weapons remain. The man tells the world that the threat is under firm control, but at night, the demon weeps instead of roaring. One day, the man's curious neighbors come to see the smoke and flame coming from behind his wall, but there is nothing to be heard. The man tells his neighbors that he has reached his goal, the threat is under control, and as long as peace and order reign, there is no reason to explain why the fear, fire, and guns remain. The song is a commentary on the constant fear and violence that exist in the world today but also acknowledges the hope that peace and order can bring. The chorus repeats, "It doesn't matter now it's over anyhow," suggesting that the fear and violence are unnecessary and can be overcome. Overall, the song highlights the importance of confronting our fears and finding peaceful solutions to the problems that plague our world.
