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Carnival Con
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This is my protest song about the current situation the world is facing under MAGA

At my workplace, we’re already feeling the impact of recent policy changes. The cost of importing telescopes from the U.S. has surged by approximately 20%, making it harder to remain competitive. Naturally, this raises serious concerns about consumer demand — and if sales drop significantly, jobs, including mine, could be at risk.

What’s truly troubling is the broader context. How did we end up with a world leader who appears to disregard the long-term economic stability of working people? There are growing allegations of market manipulation — watching stock prices plunge only to see them rebound suspiciously, benefiting a select few insiders. These are the kinds of activities that would typically raise red flags for insider trading. But instead of accountability, there’s open bragging about how certain associates have made billions.

It begs the question: is this leader somehow above the law? His actions in just the first few months of office have already created significant instability. If this is the trajectory, what will the world — and the economy — look like four years from now? We need to seriously reflect on the consequences of our electoral choices and the kind of leadership we want steering our future.

Apologies for the passionate tone, but as someone deeply committed to progressive values, I’m genuinely concerned. Australia is heading into an election in just a few weeks, and the far-right candidates are pushing an agenda alarmingly similar to Trump-era politics. If they succeed, it could threaten the foundations of the prosperity, fairness, and social cohesion that define this country. We can’t afford to let extremism undo decades of progress.

Lyrics, Vocals, Music and Mix: Garni
Released: 18-Apr-2025
Category: Alternative
Application: Logic Pro
File type: mp3
File size: 11.8 Mb
Plays: 13
Downloads: 0
Weekly plays: 2
Weekly downloads: 0
License: No derivative works allowed
Lyrics
Carnival Con
by Gerald G ©Copyright 2025

Verse 1

He tweets a tantrum, stocks go black

Tariffs rising, markets crack

Blames the wind, then blames the rain

All while counting profit gain

Golf club deals behind closed doors

“America First” while offshore soars

He plays the fool, but knows the game

Insider tips — but he shifts the blame

Chorus

It's a house of lies, built on blood and gold

A carnival con with a flag to hold

They cheer his name, too blind to see

He's selling out their liberty

Burn it down — this house of fraud

Truth is banned, and greed is god

Verse 2

Fake diplomas, phony wars

Bible raised for photo scores

Every scam, a smoke-filled trail

From red hats to campaign bail

Indicted men in MAGA caps

Still clap along with all the traps

He cries “witch hunt!” — fear and fire

While dancing round the federal wire

Chorus

Instrumental

Bridge

'God chose me'  he said —
as the bodies piled high

And the rich got richer
 on a patriot’s lie

He’ll sell the soul of every state

If it helps him dodge that prison gate

Outro

Burn it down this road of shame
This con is over, shout his name!
Orange king with plastic crown

Time’s up, F***ER! — you’re going down!!!!
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MojcaCzarka
artist
Powerful song. Excellent work Garni
I don't get involved in political topics. 
But I am very concerned about a world recession and the impact Donald Trump has on all this. 
21 days ago
Wyndsok
artist
Profoundly untrue.
21 days ago
Wyndsok
artist
God bless protect and prosper Donald Trump, Viktor Orban, Dominic Tarscynski, Marine Le Pen, Pierre Poilievre, Javier Milei, Robert Fico, Danielle Smith, Giorgia Meloni, Gert Wilder, Nayib Armando Bukele, Nigel Farage, Afroditi Latinopoulou, Daniel Noboa, and the many other brave world leaders who stand against the utterly corrupt and perverted current global "order." 
May we all live to witness the final defeat of radical Leftist ideologies with their tyrannical regimes, suppression of free speech, endless war mongering, normalizing of sexual perversion, child sacrifice and mutilation, proliferation of faux "genders," destruction of women's sports, attempted destruction of national sovereignties through illegal and immoral mass imigration, and much more... 
Sane and moral people all over the world have had ENOUGH!
20 days ago
yoslounge
artist
Powerful G ..
Latest song: Dark III
20 days ago
Amateurhour
artist
Powerful, moving, superb production. In my mind, this has a place alongside the finest protest music and anthems of the last century.
Latest song: Fimbulwinter
20 days ago
TrebleFace
artist
That's a great song Garni.  As a Canadian you can guess where I stand but Donny boy is only the result of the poison that has been infiltrating in the western world for a long time.  Its not a left or right thing and with these tarrifs, corruption, fake news everywhere, hatred among eachother, war, invasions, regime changes, etc is beyond repair.  I'm afraid its not going to end well.
20 days ago
Garni
artist
@MojcaCzarka @Wyndsok @yoslounge @Amateurhour @TrebleFace 
Thanks for listening, everyone! 
I know we all have different political views, and I respect that. Personally, I lean more to the left—that’s just where I feel most at home. I get that some of the political statements in this song might not sit well with everyone, and that’s completely okay. You’re absolutely entitled to your opinion, and I hope that difference never gets in the way of our friendship.
Latest song: Echoes of Eden
20 days ago
Dyl
artist
Great song Gerald !
Latest song: Lately
20 days ago
Wyndsok
artist
@Garni 
As I've said before, I will always defend your God given right to free expression, even if I disagree.
I remain a fan of your work Gerald. Indeed, a very BIG fan. I've often wished I could download your songs.
However, in my view, this song is just one more bit of documentary proof that TDS is the most powerful hallucinogen known to mankind. Lol ..
Rock on!
:-)
19 days ago
Wyndsok
artist
@Garni 
Btw, I have an equally angry song I wrote a few years back when I feared Hillary Clintonsky might become President. It's called ANVIL and is quite applicable to the likes of Kamala or AOC, but I doubt I'll ever post it. It's really not why I'm here after all ... Perhaps I'll post on YouTube someday. It just might do some good there. Lol ...
:-)
19 days ago
Sociallite1957
artist
You have an extremely powerful, well produced song  as all your recordings are.and I wish more people that are anti-Trump would use their anger as creatively as you have.. instead of the violence and propaganda from the mainstream Leftist media.  By listening to your song, I am guessing that media is not much different where you are than here in the States. My thoughts echo Wyndsok's.  Here's a little US history Trivia for you: Trump is one of 3 Presidents in US history that doesn't take a salary. He gives it to charity. Anyway, as Mike says, Rock On ..:)
Latest song: Guessing Games
19 days ago
Garni
artist
Thank you @Dyl your support is always appreciated mate!
@Wyndsok yes free speech is something i think most of us in the free world are priveldged to have (well lets hope that continues)
and I do appreciate the fact you support my work even though we sit on two opposing view points in our political orientation
@Sociallite1957 Thank you, Joyce, for your kind words. I oppose the use of violence and propaganda to influence public opinion. As I’ve mentioned before, my political views lean moderately to the left, which aligns with my personal values. In my view, many right-wing policies in my country have been regressive. Past conservative governments contributed to significant national deficits, which have since been reduced under a more progressive, left-leaning administration focused on forward-thinking economic management. Regarding claims that Donald Trump declined a presidential salary: while it's true he did not take the standard wage and publicly stated he donated it to various causes, it's important to note that he has substantial income from his business ventures. Additionally, recent investigations into his tax records suggest that his charitable contributions may not align with earlier public claims, raising questions about the accuracy of those statements.
Latest song: Echoes of Eden
18 days ago
KennethLavrsen
artist
Brilliant song. And I agree with the message.
I am fed up with this right wing this and left wing that. It is driven by this insane first past the post election systems. The proportional representation like Denmark has means that there are 8-12 parties in the parliament and no party ever gets a majority. That forces collaboration and compromise and a policy that represents most people. And it gives consistantcy in basic values. The extreme right and extreme left parties have influence on a few key things but the communists that want to nationalize all private companies and the nazies that want to destroy democrazy never get momentum because people have at least 10 parties to vote for that all want to preserve the welfare state in some form.
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16 days ago
BeekeeperPiotr
artist
Hey Garni, Someone recommended this song to me, and I’m really glad I gave it a listen. It’s incredibly well produced! I’m curious—do you usually mix on headphones or monitors? The message is powerful, and I’m right there with you on everything you’re expressing. Honestly, I’m feeling more and more frustrated with how insane the world feels these days. And of course, Donald Trump’s name keeps popping up in the headlines—every single day—which is really starting to worry me. I’m definitely going to dig into more of your catalogue and check out what else you’ve got.
Latest song: The Highland Soul
14 days ago
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