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Laughing out a Riot
he is laughing out a riot
because he can
and he is not an idiot
if only he is
he made wall street cry
and the nation die
and he still long
for Miss American Pie
he has a swollen coffer
reaped from the poor
he has nothing to offer
but wants to have more
he is the prince
of a huge dunghill
a heap of discards
his crown askew
he laughs
as the levee is dry.
because he can
and he is not an idiot
if only he is
he made wall street cry
and the nation die
and he still long
for Miss American Pie
he has a swollen coffer
reaped from the poor
he has nothing to offer
but wants to have more
he is the prince
of a huge dunghill
a heap of discards
his crown askew
he laughs
as the levee is dry.
Published 30th Aug 2015
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31st Aug 2015 00:12am
It seems that way for every leader we've had in my lifetime.
A Cryptic Write for You Dear Grace!!!
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A Cryptic Write for You Dear Grace!!!
Glad to see you in DU- Missing You!!!
31st Aug 2015 4:45am
Hi Soul...I am always here and there. We have the same type of leader in most ways. I borrowed the American Pie...a slice of the American dream. Thanks for reading. Kind words indeed.
31st Aug 2015 00:52am
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31st Aug 2015 12:24pm
This is an interesting look at Don McLean, Grace. "American Pie" got played to death but it was a truly great song, in my opinion. Sentimental but powerful lyrics, and quite a blend of musical styles. There's a Washington Post article about his having sold the words for 1.2 million and explained their meaning. I haven't read the piece yet, and am a little reluctant to. Enjoyed this!
3rd Sep 2015 1:09pm
Hi Crowfly...I liked you flying...beautiful Avatar, Yes I borrowed a bit from Don Mclean there. Greed of leaders...you know.:) thanks for reading.
