Bill Fruin’s Silent Stand

(Verse 1) I remember the night, it was pouring rain, The campus lights flickered, I felt the strain. A call came through, trouble was near, But all I could think of was keeping folks clear. With a coffee in hand, and a badge on my chest, I stepped into the shadows, put my will to the test. (Chorus) Oh Bill Fruin, standing tall in the storm, In a world full of chaos, trying to keep warm. With a heart full of kindness, but the night feels so long, I'm lost in this battle, but I’m still holding on. (Verse 2) I walked through the quad, where laughter once rang, Now silence had settled, a familiar pang. I’ve seen students rise, and I’ve watched some fall, Every face tells a story, I remember them all. There was Jimmy in trouble, just looking for grace, I caught him one night, behind the old place. (Chorus) Oh Bill Fruin, standing tall in the storm, In a world full of chaos, trying to keep warm. With a heart full of kindness, but the night feels so long, I'm lost in this battle, but I’m still holding on. (Verse 3) Then came a voice, it was sharp like a k***e, “We don’t need your rules, you’re ruining our life!” But I stood my ground, even when the words stung, Just a mild-mannered man, with my song unsung. The smell of fresh grass, a hint of sweet pine, I remember the moments when everything shined. (Bridge) Anger boiled over, at the weight of their scorn, But I’d rather be gentle than twisted and worn. So I swallowed my pride, let my heart take the lead, In this world full of darkness, I still plant my seed. (Chorus) Oh Bill Fruin, standing tall in the storm, In a world full of chaos, trying to keep warm. With a heart full of kindness, but the night feels so long, I'm lost in this battle, but I’m still holding on. (Outro) Now the moon’s shining bright, as I walk on my b**t, With the weight of the world, I still find my peace. Through the laughter and tears, I’ll carry my light, Just a mild-mannered man, ready to f***t. So here’s to the nights, the stories we weave, In the heart of Belmont, I’m learning to believe.