WHAT DO WE TELL THE KIDS
What Do We Tell The Kids is a powerful, cinematic anthem that asks one urgent question: what legacy are we leaving for future generations? With soaring vocals, rich orchestration, and Laura Frank’s trademark storytelling, the song blends emotion with impact, calling listeners to reflect on the choices we make today.
Written by Laura Frank and Nick Morrissey and produced by Jordan Power, the track features a stunning live string section performed by the Queensland Youth Orchestra, adding depth and emotional weight to the song’s message. Inspired by Laura’s time spent working in remote Indigenous communities and her own passion for sustainability, this release combines artistry with advocacy.
If you’re drawn to music with meaning — songs that linger, move, and inspire — this one’s for you.
I’ve been walking across these lands watched the wind blow on desert sands I’ve been taking this life for granted have you ever just sat for a while heard the stories of the mountain side have you been taking this life for granted
I can see the end now the faces of the people we let down
What do we tell the kids when the river it runs dry what do we tell the kids when the oceans rise how do we tell the kids what the Elephants looked like time keeps moving too fast, it’s minutes to midnight so what do we tell the kids, tonight
do you remember when the seasons changed the cold of winter didn’t feel so strange when you were young telling stories around the fire are we walking against the wind are you counting up all your sins wondering why I’ve been taking this life for granted I can see the end now the faces of the people we let down
what do we tell the kids when the river it runs dry what do we tell the kids when the oceans rise how do we tell the kids what the Elephants looked like time keeps moving too fast, it’s minutes to midnight so what do we tell the kids
hear the earth breathing can you hear it grieving I can see the end now the faces of the people we let down
what do we tell the kids when the river it runs dry what do we tell the kids when the oceans rise how do we tell the kids what the Elephants looked like time keeps moving too fast, it’s minutes to midnight what do we tell the kids when they can’t see the stars at night what do we tell the kids when the trees are all on fire how do we tell the kids what the Elephants looked like time keeps moving too fast, it’s minutes to midnight
So what do we tell the kids, How do we tell the kids, What do we tell the kids
Tonight
Written by Laura Frank & Nick Morrissey, Produced by Jordan Power, Mastered by Paul Blakey, Lead Vocals by Laura Frank,
Drums by Grant Gerathy, Electric Guitar by Michael Moko, Acoustic Guitar by Nick Morrissey, Bass by Mike Mills, Keys by Ian Peres, Backing Vocals by Kelly Brouhaha, Orchestra arrangement by Ray Lin & played by 8-18 yr members of the Queensland Youth Orchestra, Live Strings recorded by Geoff Mcgahan. Official video clip created by Tyrone Ryan.
