Written by: Tom Petty We need peace in L.A. What happened was wrong We all feel betrayed But we got to be strong If the power that be Let evil go free You must understand Don't play into their hand (Chorus) We need peace in L.A. Peace in L.A. Don't need beating and shooting Don't need burning and looting Tonight we all pray That our children are safe This hurt and frustration There is a heart realization But how can we help If we steal from ourself (Chorus) Stay cool Don't be a fool Stay cool Don't be a fool Don't be a fool