Paper Soldier

from Brooklyn Towne by The Deacons

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lyrics

Well I knew a paper soldier boy cut finely outta wood
He started out with plastic guns intentions well and good ya know
And as the years passed by it seems he played the part so well
He wrapped himself in stars and stripes, the rest could go to hell
And he said I know what’s right, and it ain’t you.

And then I met a man while scrubbin' pots with a face I’d seen before
For every story I could tell ya know he had a hundred more
Old Irish Joe had nothing left not home nor job nor wife
Three people at the welfare wake to finally end his life.
Mister please, can you spare a dime?

My God, why’d it go so wrong?
Why can’t you see it through?
Mock’ry of a country that’s more red and white than blue.

My God, my mother’s cryin'
She ain’t the only one
Only question left to ask is ain’t we all your sons?

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from Brooklyn Towne, released April 1, 2004

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The Deacons Brooklyn, New York

Brooklyn based miscreants...been around in one form or another since 1997.
Current configuration:
Rich Stremme: Vocals, Guitar
Michael LoPorto: Drums, Backing Vocals
Al Pist Ouimet: Bass, Backing Vocals
Mike Farrelly: Guitar
Ken Cushen: Piano, Backing Vocals
Floyd Griffen: Slide Guitar ... more

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