Observing the victim, a distance away Calculating actions, soon to set aim Confirming the target in the light of day To eradicate the agitator once and for all Preparing for murder in the first degree 1968 in Memphis, Tennessee
Murder in the first degree Sentenced to a life-time of misery Murder in the first degree The only solution he could see Murder in the first degree Obstructed by the Zionist tyranny
A sense of pride within to the core Military discipline to spur him on Heaven or Hell, no difference anymore In spite of death, he knows he has won Funeral bells are soon to ring For the death of Martin Luther King
The eyes of the observer are burning bright A finger on the trigger, smile on his face Cocking the rifle with Luther in sight To end his life for the noble race In remembrance we hold that summer's day In remembrance we hold James Earl Ray