The unequal distribution of wealth is perhaps the most significant single cause of conflict within our society. "Tax the Rich" draws attention to this unjust distribution and calls for a redistribution of wealth through progressive tax reforms.
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The politicians say there's not enough to go around
So they're laying off the teachers, and the schools are shutting down
Will our children live as serfs, suited only for their chains?
If we love them, we had better use our brains
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With government turned upside down, the money flows uphill
And it makes its tired journey there against the common will
Now we need that money back, and our lives are on the line
So let's go after what we know is yours and mine
Chorus
TAX THE RICH! They've got much more than they will ever need
TAX THE RICH! And they're standing by and watching as we bleed
TAX THE RICH! Their giant wealth is taken from the common store
And now it's time for them to give a little more
Yes, it's time for them to give a little more
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One percent of all the people owns one half of all the wealth
They like to show off their possessions to everybody else
But they crawl out through a loophole when tax-time comes around
Just when we need them most, they're nowhere to be found
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And when the wealthy do not pay, then the budget axe must fall
And when a child feels the blade, it's the unkindest cut of all
Each young life is like a song, and if we want to hear it played
Then we can't allow these debts to go unpaid
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TAX THE RICH! They've got the crops, and now they want the seed
TAX THE RICH! Why should the future be a hostage to their greed?
TAX THE RICH! Their giant wealth is taken from the common store
And now it's time for them to give a little more
Yes, it's time for them to give a little more
Verse
Well, I must be a dreamer, 'cause I think that there could be
A country of and for the people, blessed with peace and harmony
But the first step on that path is fairness and equality
So, let's take that step together, you and me
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TAX THE RICH! Release us from the prison of their greed
TAX THE RICH! We need that money now to care for those in need
TAX THE RICH! Their giant wealth is taken from the common store
And now it's time for them to give a little more
Yes, it's time for them to give a little...More!
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Thanks to Ernst Productions, which provided backing vocals, live instruments, some sequencing,and production assistance for this track.