Legionnaires Disease
Mysterious Epidemic: Unraveling the Enigma of Legionnaire's Disease
Lyrics
Some say it was radiation
There are speculations that the cause was radiation exposure.
Some say there was acid on the microphone
Some believe that the microphone was contaminated with acid.
Some say it was a combination
Suggestions that it resulted from a combination of factors.
Of things that turned their hearts to stone
Implies that these factors made people emotionally hardened.
But whatever it was, it drove them to their knees
Regardless of the cause, it had a profound impact on them.
Oh, that legionnaire's disease
Refers to the Legionnaire's Disease.
I wish I had a dollar
Expresses a wish to have a dollar for each person who died that year.
For everyone that died within that year
Suggests a significant death toll within that specific time frame.
Got 'em hot by the collar
Describes the emotional intensity surrounding the deaths.
Plenty an old maiden shed a tear
Highlights the sorrow experienced by many.
Now beneath my heart, it sure put on a squeeze
Personal impact on the singer, possibly implying a loss.
Oh, that legionnaire's disease
Reiterates the emotional weight of Legionnaire's Disease.
It was legionnaire's disease
Confirmation that the mentioned disease is indeed Legionnaire's Disease.
Now beneath my heart, it sure put on a squeeze
Repetition of the impact on the singer's emotions.
Oh, that legionnaire's disease
Reiteration of the profound effect of Legionnaire's Disease.
It was legionnaire's disease
Confirmation of the disease's identity and impact.
Granddad fought in a revolutionary war
Family history of military service, setting the context.
Father in the War of 1812
Mentions the singer's father's involvement in the War of 1812.
Uncle fought in Vietnam
Uncle's participation in the Vietnam War is noted.
And then he fought a war all by himself
Suggests personal struggles faced by the uncle.
But whatever it was, it came out of the trees
Regardless of the family history, Legionnaire's Disease struck.
Oh, that legionnaire's disease
Reiterates the impact of the disease on individuals.
It was legionnaire's disease
Confirmation of the disease and its effects.
That legionnaire's disease
Final confirmation and emphasis on the impact of Legionnaire's Disease.
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