Taken alone this song represents the conflict between three different ideals; witness, savior, victim.
On the one hand, the song indicates the sorrow of the victim, as witnessed by a second party.
Nevertheless, the witness hopes for someone who can "fix" the injustice perceived.
Yet, the witness knows that the injustice will occur, has occurred, and will continue to take place. This is contrasted by the uncertainty of the possible existence of someone who can "save the day".
This makes the belief in a "savior" a shot in the dark; as they may not even exist.
So, do you hope in something better, or do you accept the reality as presented and submit to injustice?
Taken together with the other songs on this album, this song represents the "trial of faith" part of the protagonist's journey. This trial must be endured in order for the rest of the story to be presented.
