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The Bear sang to The Stroke by Billy Squire

When the Fancy Bear dances It’s a Commie Plot

By Mark Stigers Published 3 years ago 1 min read
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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

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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

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  • Mark Stigers (Author)4 months ago

    "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

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