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I very rarely write politically motivated songs, but watching events across the water l felt the need to say something.

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The mad king's in his counting house
Worried about his money,
Could he put his people first,
Or would that seem funny

Oh America what have you done?

While you sit on your golden throne
Seeking signs of more approval
The vast part of the Western world
Prays for your removal

Oh America what have you done
How could you have got it so very wrong

Would you like to put one over on the lamestream media
When your inflated ego is then one thing that will feed you

Your people skills do not exist
They never developed fully
Your charm is easy to resist
You're just a playground bully

Oh America what have you done?Is he truly truly the brilliant one?

Should we question your sanity, or those who support you,
While you do your best to shut down those who report you

Unlike Carly Simon's song
This one is about you
You are so very vain
But we can live without you

Do you love anyone more than yourself?
Oh America what have you done?

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from Ghosts In The Static, released March 22, 2021
Written, performed and recorded purely by Phil Matthews

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Phil Matthews a.k.a.the Village Derby, UK

The Village is a magical place for outsiders and oddballs.
Phil has built up a following around the Midlands and South East winning hearts and minds with his performances.
Phil has written and performed with many bands over the years and the Village is his latest alter ego, with his music played on hundreds of radio stations worldwide and his album music streamed and downloaded thousands of times. ... more

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