• Steely Dan song meaning theories explained: Aja’s one of my favorites….the “dude ranch above the sea” is a rehab facility, the song’s narrative is about someone getting off the junk (all his “dime-dancing is through”)…In verse two the “hardware” he’s “throwing…Read More

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    • Donald Fagen and Walter Becker were studio geeks. Perfection is what they strived for in their music. And they always had A-list talent in the studio. Like Mr. Gadd as you just referenced. Gotta respect “The Dan” Great song by the way. Appreciate you. – Damian

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    The Liar's Chair

    There is a man Who does what he can To use, abuse, and lie Doesn't care who he hurts Or who he deserts Don't ever dare look in his eyes If it's you he may use It's you who will lose He will bring you down to...

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    • The liar’s chair is crowded. this is an interesting view of what is going on today.

    • Powerfully penned, Brandon. Excellent write that is unfortunately filled with a lot of truth my friend. It also reminded me of Johnny Cash’s version of “Hurt” though I know Trent Reznor wrote the song, Cash made it his. He mentioned the Liar’s chair in the lyrics. Nicely done per usual. Appreciate you.

      Damian

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    The Sweetest Trouble

    Take my handBut choose the one you takeEach leads to another placeWith different gamesAnd different stakesBuy the ticketTake the rideWith no stage to stand onAnd nowhere to hide.Just listen......I'll try to make you seeThe good and evil thingsThat you...

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    Walking Backwards to the Wake

      Seduced by the tongue in her hair  collapsed from shoulder as waterfall  captured by an artist  who dreams in sunsets    Nape of her neck flowed into negligee  and surely, breath could only find  refuge in intensive care, the closest  hospital was a hundred ambulances away    Everyone has a date with an undertaker  all the humour of a...

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