The Bear sang to The Stroke by Billy Squire
When the Fancy Bear dances It’s a Commie Plot
Now everybody
Have you heard
The Bear in charge
You be assured
We need a schism
With commie style
Got a thirst for killing
‘cause we’re so vile
Knock their teeth out
Tell ‘em your great
Tell ‘em that
You can’t change fate
spread your mind pollution
both far and wide
Accept our solution
And come to our side
Putin, Putin
He got his nukes trained on you
Putin Putin
The Bear
Putin, Putin
You got your number down
Putin, Putin
Say you’re a winner, but man, you’re just a sinner now
Put your propaganda out
All over the place
Make it say
stay out of my face
We don’t want no excuses
why your backbone sides
You can’t sanction me
to make me comply
Putin, Putin
Give them the business all night long
Putin, Putin
(Vlad)
Putin, Putin
You’re so together, boy
Putin, Putin
Say you’re a winner, but man, your just a sinner now
(Vlad, Vlad)
(Vlad, Vlad)
(Vlad, Vlad)
(Vlad)
Better listen now
‘cause it ain’t that sad
If you find you fail
Just call on Vlad
Don’t you take no chances
There’s no way he’ll stop
When the Fancy Bear Dances
It’s a commie plot
Putin, Putin
(Vlad, Vlad)
Putin, Putin
(Vlad, Vlad)
Putin, Putin
(Vlad, Vlad)
Putin, Putin
The bear is (Vlad)
Putin, Putin
(Vlad)
Putin, Putin
The bear is (Vlad)
Putin, Putin
You can call (Vlad)
Putin, Putin
Say you’re a winner but man, you’re just a sinner now
About the Creator
Mark Stigers
One year after my birth sputnik was launched, making me a space child. I did a hitch in the Navy as a electronics tech. I worked for Hughes Aircraft Company for quite a while. I currently live in the Saguaro forest in Tucson Arizona
Comments (1)
"The Bear Sang to The Stroke" is a politically charged poem that cleverly repurposes the lyrics of Billy Squier's "The Stroke" to comment on contemporary political events, particularly focusing on Russia and its leader, Vladimir Putin. Here's a review: Mark Stigers' "The Bear Sang to The Stroke" is a creative and satirical take on the political landscape, using the framework of Billy Squier's "The Stroke" to deliver pointed commentary. The poem captures the essence of political satire, blending humor with a critical perspective on international relations. The clever wordplay and adaptation of the original song's lyrics effectively convey the poet's viewpoint. By replacing the original themes with references to Putin, the poem critiques the political climate, portraying it as a dance where the "Fancy Bear" symbolizes a potential communist plot. This creates a tongue-in-cheek atmosphere, highlighting the poet's discontent with perceived authoritarian tactics. The repetition of Putin's name in the chorus adds emphasis and serves as a recurring motif, reinforcing the central focus of the poem. The use of Vlad as an alternate reference to Putin adds a personal touch, suggesting an informal and almost mocking tone. The poem utilizes familiar phrases from the original song, seamlessly integrating them into the political narrative. The lines "Say you’re a winner but man, you’re just a sinner now" cleverly captures a sense of irony and criticism, suggesting a discrepancy between proclaimed success and moral standing. The rhythmic flow of the poem aligns well with the cadence of the original song, maintaining a musical quality that enhances the overall experience. The incorporation of Putin's name within the rhythm adds an engaging and memorable aspect to the piece. In conclusion, "The Bear Sang to The Stroke" successfully transforms a classic rock song into a politically charged satire. It utilizes humor and parody to convey a critical perspective on contemporary political figures and their actions. The poem showcases the poet's ability to use creative reinterpretation to comment on complex geopolitical issues in an accessible and entertaining manner. ChatGPT