Classical Condition

by Mikey Wagner

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Some people say they've got it all under control.
I see lies in their eyes, we're all being controlled,
just doing what we're told.

We push it up the hill – the nine to five reprise.
Instead of building homes, we're building up our lies.
A wicker man disguise.

We are conditioned
to be under submission.
Don't speak too loud
or else they'll put you in rendition.

Oh decisions. I'm not like you...yet.

Democracy's a front, for capital gains.
I shove votes down their throats – Results come back the same.
They're bleaching our bloodstains.

We are conditioned
to be under submission.
Don't speak too loud
or else they'll put you in rendition.

It's a classical condition.
Just sign the dotted line, and you'll be fine.

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released February 2, 2018
Written by Mikey Wagner
Keyboards, guitars, bass, percussion, mixing - Mikey Wagner
Drums, additional guitars, production, additional mixing - Max Braverman
Additional guitars - Vinnie Ferra
Recorded in my bedroom and at Greenbush Studio (Max Braverman)

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