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Aint no such thing
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The re-writing of Historical fact by the Texas school board is disturbing. Placing oneself on the side of McCarthyism is even more so. Denial of what happened in Katrina and whats happening to our planet is even more dangerous.
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Folk Blues FOlk rock Love songs, topical songs, Political themes, Protest Music
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Genre
Acoustic • Acoustic Folk
Charts
Peak #15
Peak in subgenre #2
Author
Roger John
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Roger John
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September 29, 2010
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MP3 3.6 MB • 128 kbps • 3:52
Story behind the song
When school boards decide to write Historical fact based on Bias because of political leanings we know one thing, something bad is afoot.
Lyrics
Now way down in Texas they got a new story, About all the history they love and deplore. That there was no slave trade but a triangle connection That gave free passage and then room and board. And old Joe MCCarthy caught the gays and the commies And rounded them up like cattle and sheep. Played a mighty fine tune right their in the congress I even heard Ole Joe lIed in his sleep. AInt no such thing as a globbally warming, Aint no such thing as a mighty big storm And the walls didnt fal lwhen Katrina came calling Get down on your knees and praise the lord. Now theres somehow there saying in a world of imperfects, Intelligent design Thats some 4000 years old No ape and no moneky we are as we were then Created from Dirt and the rib for the gal And Fred Flinstone and Barney and Betty and Wilma They rode on them Dinos to work and to play Now anyone want to tell me how a comicbook becomes fact Can only happen in he good Us of A. Now if that old God he still be alive now And looking Down from Heaven at all that we done You know hes just got to be a thinknig Maybe its time to end what I begun
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Drumnjon
Oct 18, 2017
WOW MISSED THIS ONE!! GREAT LYRICS !! WOW! KEEP ROCKIN FRIEND!!
DOOMTRAINmusic
Jun 23, 2014
Pretty powerful song, just love your vocals and style of delivery, agree with Rodrica Bob Dylan would be proud to have written this tune !
Susan Curry
Mar 28, 2013
Hi Roger: Great acoustic playing and strong vocals on this song! Happy Easter, Sue
Dr. Bob's Jazz - Benefit Boppin' Quartet - JBBQ
Jun 02, 2011
This is one of the BEST OF BEST protest songs ever written. The lyrics just shine with the satire of TRUTH. And the vocal is as good if not better than many of the greats of the past like Bob Dylan, Woody Guthrie, and a select few others. Also, the melody, as well as acoustic/ harmonica backing, is just perfect for the desired effect. BRAVO AND CONGRATULATIONS ROGER JOHN! You have a classic with "Ain't no such thing", and the song's high SoundClick charting plus the kudos of your fellow expert SC friends and musicians is so very very well deserved!!!!! Bob and the JBBQ "Guys" P.S. Thank you most sincerely for the dl of this song for our eclectic music player on SoundClick.
ms 007
Feb 18, 2011
Bravo!!! Yes..Very Much So....l'll take it with me as well, feels like l'm stealin it, cuz its free & so darn good. :)Great Great Production fine vocals & yea l really love the harmonica too....It Doesn't get better than this .. Thanks RJ. L&P Debra aka ms 007:)
Michael R7 GT
Feb 15, 2011
Well told through the very best medium..music!
Sounds by Ramolly
Dec 07, 2010
POWERFUL SONG, fantastic job!!!!!
claude and noella larente
Nov 10, 2010
YABADABADOOOOO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Vonee Rose Music
Oct 15, 2010
Hi Roger I guess you and I are both throw backs to another era of music..I go back a little farther than you :) I loved Bob Dylan and I love your music... Being from Texas , I really enjoyed Aint No Such Thing I think you hit it the nail on the head...have you ever read the Book , Texas. ?.It is a good book a lot of history Hope all is well with you...Hugs Vonee
Rodrica Rudge
Oct 09, 2010
Dylan would be proud to call this one his own - it's a superb protest song, hard hitting, honest, downright truthful with a touch of irony.
ALEXIS PATRICK
Oct 08, 2010
Your vocals are so magnificent. Great lyrics, music and production, Roger!!!!!There are important and meaningful messgaes to your lyrics. Hugs and Spins!!!
The Smivets
Oct 06, 2010
Another superb song - razor sharp, sung with conviction, and that Flinstone line is just genius. Brilliant!
CG King songwriter
Oct 06, 2010
Hi there Roger, This is a very powerful song....incredibly delivered. Your vocals, guitar playing and the harp are awesome on this....it does have a Woody/Dylan feel to it. You are very talented indeed! My best to you, Gail
VMP (USA)
Oct 06, 2010
The voice of reason, if only the world were governed by the wise and open-minded rather than the self absorbed and power-starved. Excellent phrasing, vocals, guitar (clear as a bell), harp, and production. Super memorable. Please keep them coming Roger.
ALPHA ONE OMEGA
Oct 06, 2010
Your signature early classic folk rock style here again hittin' hard on those vital current issues Roger John style Great writing/performance***** Nice work!
Ascenzion - Al Massey
Oct 05, 2010
A potent forceful message with this track that makes one pause to reflect on this thing we call life. Nice mix with the harmonica. And, as always your distinguishing vocals excel throughout bringing the message for all to hear
Carlo D'Anna
Oct 05, 2010
Exceptional Protest tune. This is stuff that really gets my goat!!
gabe stenziano
Oct 05, 2010
another finely crafted protest song. well done, my friend. gabe
Evan Paul
Oct 04, 2010
The lyrics as always killer Roger, you speak the truth and that's what I want to hear. But the guitar and the production is also excellent here, take your time, don't rush a song, get it as good as possible before uploading, it pays off, this is great!!
J3r3my
Oct 04, 2010
very woody g! that great rolling 3/4 rebel waltz.. cool olde jangly sound! keep the freedom fires burnin! if ya cant say it then scream it and if that dont work.... sing a song.