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Stereotypes - Counterfeit - The Tramp

from Still No Government Like NO GOVERNMENT by Riot/Clone

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Stereotypes of all their mates
Got the same likes, got the same hates
Walking round all dressed the same
They’ve been caught into the game
Self-expression doesn’t count
They don’t know what it’s about
As long as they’re alike they’re safe
No one criticises their faith
Fit into the system’s slots
Become a sucker for their plots
Once they’ve caught you in their net
Then they know that you’re no threat



The Clash got you into the punk rock scene
That was when you learnt it wasn’t obscene
You bought clothes from Seditionaries and Boy
The public looked at you, it gave you joy

Counterfeit counterfeit you learnt to swear and spit
Counterfeit counterfeit put on your bondage kit

All your friends you left in the shade
You were in the limelight, had it made
When they started picking up the latest trend
They were unaware it had already happened

Counterfeit counterfeit you learnt to swear and spit
Counterfeit counterfeit put on your bondage kit

Times have changed but you’ve changed more
Don’t let on you were a soul girl before
Your new friends think you’re so clever
But your luck won’t last forever

Counterfeit counterfeit you learnt to swear and spit
Counterfeit counterfeit put on your bondage kit



See the tramp strolling the streets
Main aim in life, to get enough to eat
Everyone shuns the places he rests
’cause he looks dirty, looks a mess

Winter, summer, rain or fair
He has no choice but the open air
His shoes leak where they are so old
there is no escape from the cold

Yet those best placed to hand out aid
Feel that it would somehow degrade
themselves, So carry on shameless
To and from their heated offices

Avert their eyes as they walk by
won’t admit the guilt they feel inside
Commute to their suburban homes
To the land of Pimms and garden gnomes

Denounce the homeless with their friends
Yet never try to comprehend
The reasons behind destitution
“Shoot them all, that’s my solution”

Why do they think they’re better than them
Because of clothes where their bigotry stems
Are they so blind they cannot see
That beggars are just victims of their society

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from Still No Government Like NO GOVERNMENT, released March 1, 1995

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Riot/Clone London, UK

Formed in 1979, Riot/Clone have had many different line ups over the years with the only constant being singer Dave Floyd.
They have released five EPs and four albums in that time, with another due for release 2020.
Mostly linked with the anarchopunk scene and in particular animal rights, Riot/Clone aren't for everyone, but if you like angry lyrics with catchy tunes they might be up your street! ... more

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