I used to say that the U.S.A.
Should have freedom for everyone,
But I'm now the Prez, and today I sez
That the time for that stuff is done.
As you just saw, we have passed a law,
To insult me is now a crime.
I've turned out the lights on the Bill of Rights
For it's now past its useful time.
Refrain:
From Georgia's shore to Baltimore
And north to Boston Town,
My party's won and we'll have some fun
And put all sedition down.
I said no one can trust in any man
Not to short-change our liberty.
Now I'm showing you what I said is true,
Though you thought that you could trust me.
The fake news press causes me distress.
What they're saying is a sin.
So I'll get them back. The Sedition Act
Will make sure they're all reined in.
Refrain
I was, you see, the first V.P.
Under Washington I did serve.
When they did elect me, I thought respect
Was the least that I should deserve.
All should be free in their liberty
But should be guided by the wise,
And all who impel people to rebel
Should be punished for printing lies.
Refrain
You say to me it's hypocrisy,
For I spoke out against the king,
But it's not the same, it's a different game
When my party has grabbed the ring.
The time is dead when "Resist" I said
And approved rebellious speech.
For this year I will "Sedition!" cry
And obedience I will teach.
The second EP from Northern Irish singer-songwriter Bea Stewart runs from gentle folk to pillowy pop ballads, all perfectly executed. Bandcamp New & Notable Apr 15, 2024