2543797, songs with subtext that's easy to miss. Posted by Joe Corn Mo, Mon May-02-11 12:29 PM
why can't we be friends-- war
SOUNDS LIKE: a novlelty hit BUT REALLY... it's a racial protest song disquised as a novelty hit.
imagine-- john lennon
SOUNDS LIKE: a quaint little ballad. BUT REALLY... it's a call to arms to destroy the very concepts of religion, nationalism, and capitalism. but it's set to such a quiet piano tune and catchy melody, that it sticks around for longer than if he were to start screaming over an electric guitar lick "destroy this shit NOW!!!
no, john was slick with it. imagine... no pressure. you can even dismiss me if you want to... (but be warned... 'i'm not the only one' TRANSLATION: our numbers are growing, and soon the dreamers will overthrow your ass.)
and the world will live as one.
the police-- every breath you take SOUNDS LIKE: a love ballad BUT REALLY: it's a stalker's manifesto.
every breath you take. each and every single one... i'll be watching you.
(whether you want me there or not)
because i..er...love you. creepy.
add on.
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