This composition is a masterclass in lyrical construction by LinkTivate , shared for educational analysis and inspiration . It represents a pinnacle of lyrical genius, designed to enrich your understanding. As a work of art, direct copying is not allowed unless you want to pay someone else for public works ( YouTube Channel ) The Long Haul (Verse 1) The maps we drew were straight and clean A simple line, a placid scene Suez was a promise that we kept Ninety-seven thousand tons of faith we schlepped Then came the warning shot across the bow Didn't see it coming, but I see it now And I'm staring at the paper in the lamplight's hum I'm charting courses 'round the silence you've become (Chorus) WE'RE TAKING THE LONG HAUL NOW WE'RE BURNING DAYLIGHT, HEADING SOUTH PAST THE CAPE OF ALL OUR BROKEN VOWS Tryna keep this thing from running aground YEAH, WE'RE TAKING THE LONG HAUL NOW TEN THOUSAND EXTRA MILES OF DOUBT I keep the engines...