The emperor's son
by @gordon
Lyrics
The emperor’s son won’t survive the night Plans have been put in place Don’t touch the soup if you want to be safe Something just doesn’t feel right
The dynasty will continue Our destiny will come true The feeling is stirring within you We’ll fight till the bloodlines run true
Friends and foes will take sides There won’t be a middle-ground There will be no places for cowards to hide The sword of justice will decide
The senate will approve the changes So things can go on as before Some simple re-arrangements To keep the wolf from the door
(c) Words and music G Todd 2026
Comments
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This is the first song I've listened to for FAWM 2026, and what a great start. Love the progression, the fuzzed out guitar, the melody, the message. Powerful stuff, thanks!
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Wow! Powerful and so good! Awesome!
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I love how you captured what those in power will do to maintain the status quo for themselves and how they justify it. "So things can go on as before Some simple re-arrangements". I agree that your choice of instrumentation and vocals for this song is marvelous!
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Loving the power of your lyrics! Also, I think your voice and instrumentation are marvelous. Right when I heard the tone of your guitar, I was sucked in, and your use of imagery in your lyrics is captivating!
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Cool song, made me think of Guided by Voices