Sagebrush Variety Show: Songs

Linden's Song

I'm the king of the campaign
The slyest of the kind
I make or break the candidates I name.

I'm a ruthless, savvy driver
Of the fast train to success
Every campaign I direct turns to gold.

When I sleep I have no burden
On my conscience
It's all politic
All I see is golden landscapes
All the players have no bearing
On my power over media and votes.

I'm the most successful man
Dictating every plan
Always getting the endorsement and the seat.

I have money, I have power
I have absolute control of
The fate of every person in the running.

I can take an ex-offender
Redefine him as a saint
Turn the town around to take him as their mayor.

When I sleep I have no burden
On my conscience
It's all politic
All I see is golden landscapes
All the players have no bearing
On my power over media and votes.

I establish new officials
Launch careers that then go on
I'm rewarded by power, cash, and favors.

I can make you, I can break you
I'm ambivalent, you see
I'll accept a fee with impartiality.

When I sleep I have no burden
On my conscience
It's all politic
All I see is golden landscapes
All the players have no bearing
On my power over media and votes.

Vocals, cello: Gwen Sanchirico. Lyrics: Gwen Sanchirico.

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