I can see in your eyes, I can see in your faces, I can see you cry. But what I want to say, there’s no reason to cry. Do not, in the name of peace, go in the streets and riot.

Meaning of the quote

This quote is asking people not to be sad or angry, even if they see others feeling that way. The speaker says they can see the sadness and tears in people's faces, but they want to tell them that there is no need to cry or riot in the streets. The speaker is asking people to stay peaceful, even if they are upset about something.

About George Weah

George Weah is a Liberian politician and former professional footballer who served as the 25th president of Liberia from 2018 to 2024. He is the first African former professional footballer to become a head of state and the only African Ballon d’Or and FIFA World Player of the Year winner in history.

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