From the recording Hard To Cope
Garrison Parker's "Hard 2 Cope" is a deeply personal and emotionally raw track that delves into the overwhelming struggles of life, particularly the weight of financial burdens and societal expectations. With unapologetic lyrics, Parker captures the sensation of being “broke” in every sense,spiritually, emotionally, and financially, while simultaneously expressing a sense of frustration and defiance. The song is an anthem for anyone who has ever felt pushed to their limits, yet refuses to stay down, embodying the raw journey from hardship to triumph.
Lyrics
Hard To Cope
Taxman taxing away, marching ahead of the shit parade.
Makes it hard to smile at times, I know this taste.
My spirit's broke, and my pockets broke,
My heart is broke, and it's hard, hard to cope.
But it won't be broke for long.
No, they, no, they won't—
Won't be broke for long.
No, they, no, they won't—
Won't be broke for long.
I think I'm going to raise my spirit, with a burning flame,
Set everything ablaze that tries to take it away.
I think I'm going to fill my pockets with the taxman's teeth,
Really learn what it's like to be without what you need, what he needs.
My spirit's broke, and my pockets broke,
My heart is broke, and it's hard, hard to cope.
But they won't be broke for long.
No, they, no, they won't—
Won't be broke for long.
No, they, no, they won't—
Won't be broke for long.