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Music Video - Snakeoil Salesmen - What Do We Get If We Win?

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« on: April 25, 2020, 10:02:13 PM »


Hey all,

Long time no post! I can't remember if I ever shared this music video I did for a track from one of my solo EPs - I shot the video (with a little GoPro knockoff camera) then had a friend edit it together for me. I just watched it again for the first time in ages and I'm still really pleased with how it came out.

You can check out more of my tracks on bandcamp: https://snakeoilsalesmenuk.bandcamp.com/

Lyrics:

We're stronger together we know and finally our goals are in sight,
Gather united as one, prepare for the ultimate fight,

It all sounds so noble and divine...
but what do we get if we win?

We must keep our focus and drive,
for heroes there'll be cheers and applause
As long as we keep our resolve and our unwavering faith in 'the cause',

It now seems misguided and asinine,
results in a waste of precious time...
and what do we get if we win?

I can't believe we've been so naive,
seeking purpose and guidance we embraced the propaganda machine,
It feels like I just woke from a dream,
I can’t remember how this started out, or what it is we’re trying to achieve?

We've come too far to turn back, although doubts have crept into view
it appears we lost sight of the prize, now we fight just for something to do

It sounds so self-righteous and contrived,
results in the loss of countless lives,
I know I've heard it said a thousand times;
"To give up without a fight would be a sin"
...but what do we get if we win?