Well Come to the United States sung to the Hotel California
A Better Place to Dwell
In the hot desert wilds, no water anywhere
The promise of riches, running from despair
An image with the persistence of a much better life
The threats were steady. My future was grim
I plodded on into the night
I had to find a doorway
To a better place to dwell
I had to do this for myself
It is a woeful story that I have to tell
Government scandals and people they pay
Death is the daily order
Violence is the preferred way
Well, come to the United States.
Such a lovely place (Such a lovely place)
Join the rat race
Plenty of room in the United States
Don’t ever fear (Don’t ever fear)
We still need cheap labor here
The politicians insisted, we must make amends
Open up the border and let them all in
How they pour into the country, more than we suspect
Each one reminds us of decisions that we regret
If you want to see what’s happening
just look through the lies
You’ll see a humanitarian crisis that the White House denies
The liberals say we must find a new way
Woke is the word for which we will fight
But for our sins, we must pay
Well, come to the United States.
Such a lovely place (Such a lovely place)
Join the rat race
Livin’ it up in the United States
Where the media tries (Where the media tries)
To fool you with their lies
Smoke and mirrors
Deception and vice
They’ll spend trillions of dollars. There’s no compromise
behind a closed door chamber
They gather for the feast
They go through all the money they can,
‘til the next tax increase
Here’s something to remember
Then I’ll bother you no more
When you get money from a Pac
Your nothing but a whore
they will come back and demand
that for the money you received
You do something you don’t like
You have been deceived
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
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The poem, set to the tune of "Hotel California" and titled "Well Come to the United States: A Better Place to Dwell" by Mark Stigers, provides a critical perspective on the challenges faced by individuals seeking a better life in the United States. Here's a review: Mark Stigers' adaptation of "Hotel California" into "Well Come to the United States" offers a poignant commentary on the complexities and struggles of those pursuing the American Dream. The use of the familiar melody immediately engages the reader and evokes a sense of irony, given the contrasting content of the lyrics. The opening lines vividly describe a harsh desert environment, creating a backdrop for the journey of individuals seeking refuge. The promise of a better life is juxtaposed with the stark reality of government scandals, violence, and a challenging path to success. The repetition of the phrase "Well, come to the United States" serves as a melancholic chorus, echoing the bitter irony of the pursuit of happiness. The verses touch on various socio-political issues, including immigration policies, media manipulation, and the influence of money in politics. The critique of the political system, the denial of a humanitarian crisis, and the notion of individuals being deceived by those in power are themes that resonate throughout the poem. The final stanza delivers a punchy and straightforward message about the perceived compromises that come with financial support from political action committees (PACs). The use of strong language adds intensity to the critique of politicians who may prioritize financial gains over their constituents' well-being. The poem effectively blends social commentary with the familiar tune of "Hotel California," creating a piece that encourages readers to reflect on the challenges faced by those arriving in the United States in search of a better life and the systemic issues within the country. ChatGPT