Join the Gang
Join the Gang: A Surreal Symphony of Counterculture Tales
Lyrics
Let me introduce you to the gang
Introducing someone to a group or lifestyle.
Johnny plays the sitar, he's an existentialist
Johnny plays the sitar and follows existentialist philosophy.
Once he had a name, now he plays our game
Johnny abandoned his former identity to conform to the group's dynamics.
You won't feel so good now that you've joined the gang
Feeling regret or dissatisfaction after joining the gang.
Molly is the model in the ads
Molly is a model known for eccentricity and a psychedelic lifestyle.
Crazy clothes and acid full of soul and crazy hip
Molly wears unconventional clothes, influenced by soul and hip culture.
Someone switched her on, then her beam went wrong
Molly's behavior changed after being influenced by the gang.
Cause she can't switch off now that she's joined the gang
Molly can't detach from the gang's influence.
Arthur is a singer with a band
Arthur is a singer in a band with a pre-performance drinking habit.
Arthur drinks two bottles just before he goes on stage
Arthur consumes two bottles of alcohol before going on stage.
Look at Arthur rave, all the kids are paid
Arthur's energetic performance is appreciated by paying fans.
They want to see the croaking man who joined the gang
The audience wants to see Arthur, who embraced the gang's lifestyle.
You won't be alone, we've all got beery grins
Assurance that joining the gang provides a sense of camaraderie.
It's a big illusion but at least you're in
Acknowledging that the gang's appeal is an illusion, but it offers inclusion.
At least you're in
Reiteration of the positive aspect of being part of the gang.
This club's called The Webb, it's this month's pick
Introduction of the club "The Webb" as the current gathering spot.
Next month we shall find a place where prices aren't so stiff
Plans to find a more affordable place in the future.
15 bob a coke, 'fraid that's past a joke
Complaint about the high price of a drink at the current club.
This is how to spend now that you've joined the gang
Instructions on how to spend money now that one is part of the gang.
This is what to do now that you're here
Guidance on what to do now that the individual has joined the gang.
Sit round doing nothing all together very fast
Description of the gang's idle and fast-paced activities.
Psychedelic stars, throwing down cigars
Reference to psychedelic experiences and shared rituals within the gang.
They're picking up the joints now that they've joined the gang
Members collecting and enjoying joints, emphasizing group participation.
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