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State of the Union Lyrics

Once again a wreck
On the observation deck

Watching the news come in
Watching the books burn
What did you learn?

I learned girls are great
Grated on my plate
And boys are best
Served with a stake through the chest
An overwhelming yes for
State of the union from an unlisted address

You're pissed off, yes man
Belted the bride today
He voted no

Now there's nowhere to hide
Maybe I know where to run
Brother I know where to hide
Maybe I know where to run
Brother I know where to hide

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scottathon1 On Oct 19, 2004

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2004-10-19 13:20:54

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Cover art for State of the Union lyrics by Destroyer

by welcometothemachine

18y ago

fantastic play on words dan bejar is a genius

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by rabashinko

16y ago

wish he'd tell us where..

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