Pronouns

by @edwinb

Liner Notes

It's just a little #folk song about grammar on the 8 string baritone #ukulele with #harmonica. That's all. #fuc

Lyrics

They came for the adjectives first Nothing evil or cursed Everything that they tried They did not want us to describe

They came for the adjectives first But they're aiming for the pronouns

The adverbs were next on their list Decisively, ruthlessly quick Live well, if we want to last We're going to have to act fast

The adverbs were next on their list But they're aiming for the pronouns

They're going to come for the verbs But actions speak louder than words No time to lose do not wait Make a noise before it's too late

They're going to come for the verbs But they're aiming for the pronouns

No time to lose do not wait Make a noise before it's too late

They're going to come for the verbs But they're aiming for the pronouns

Comments

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A protest song for those of us who've seen Schoolhouse Rock. Cleverly written—and the harmonica is the interjection on top.

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@brisk

Love the strident harmonica to start, very bright. It contrasts very nicely with the rather sad chords. I like the echoes of Niemöller, it's an interesting comparison to make. You would have got extra points for excluding each category of words as you went along - though after a couple of seconds thought I'm not sure how realistic that is, as writing a final verse without adjectives, adverbs or verbs would be a little... challenging. Maybe "it's sad... it's bad... it's mad"? Very enjoyable.

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Good response to our downhill slope into Newspeak territory.

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One of the better protest songs I've heard in a long time! And the harmonica is fantastic - so perfect.☺️

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This is a great take on things, love the new perspective. I think the gentle delivery adds a sadness; facing an inevitable, heartbreaking decline before we can rebuild.

I think too it is genius to lay it out like this - really points out the insanity of it all. Well.done.

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Sometimes I fear that they've already taken the active voice from the verbs. Nobody is responsible; bad things just happen. Good song, however. You're still making excellent use of the words that remain.

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The lyrics are somehow subtle and brutal all at the same time, and the music fits just perfectly. Wow. I’m (ironically perhaps) a bit speechless at this one. One to be proud of, I reckon. I hope it comes before many more eyes and ears.

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