We now hear that Van Morrison, a musician perhaps not best known for his sunny disposition or sense of humour, has written a trilogy of songs in which he leaves his antipathy to lockdown and related anti-Covid measures completely beyond doubt. An entirely legitimate view, of course. However, while the embittered and the heartfelt plea types of protest song are long established, they are not necessarily the best medicine in these ludicrous times. Laughter, via parodies, might just have the edge.
Fifty three years ago, the Summer of
Love was memorably reflected in Scott McKenzie’s best selling single “San
Francisco”. How might he have commemorated this year’s Summer of Fear? Maybe
like this…
If you’re going to shop in Tesco
Be sure to wear a cover on your face
If you’re lacking a mask in Tesco
Wagging fingers will signal deep disgrace
For those who come to their local Tesco
Summertime will be an ordeal there
In the aisles of downtown Tesco
Frightened people who cower in despair
All across the nation
Chronic aggravation
Deep in commotion
Resigned capitulation
To asphyxiation
Shuffling motion
Devoid of emotion
Be it Sainsburys or be it Tesco
Petty rules will make you tear your hair
Asda, Waitrose, and Lidl and Tesco
Quality of life just can’t be purchased there
Will we ever return to our local Tesco
Muzzle free, and feeling happiness
Or will we abandon the likes of Tesco
Buy it all online, and save ourselves the stress
All across the nation
Resentment and frustration
Deep in commotion
No common sense explanation
For this abomination
Shuffling motion
Devoid of emotion...
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