The Post War Dream
Unveiling the Shadows: The Post War Reflection
Lyrics
(Announced plans to build a nuclear fallout shelter at Peterborough in Cambridgeshire)
Announcement of plans to build a nuclear fallout shelter in Peterborough, Cambridgeshire.
(Three high court judges have cleared the way)
Three high court judges have given approval or clearance for something.
(It was announced today, that the replacement for the Atlantic Conveyor
Announcement that the replacement for the Atlantic Conveyor lost in the Falklands conflict will be built in Japan.
The container ship lost in the Falklands conflict would be built in Japan, a spokesman for)
A spokesman states the news about the replacement ship being built in Japan.
(Moving in. They say the third world countries, like Bolivia
Mention of third world countries like Bolivia facing increased violence, possibly related to drug production.
Which produce the drug are suffering from rising violence)
Reference to the production of drugs in Bolivia and the associated rise in violence.
Tell me true, tell me why, was Jesus crucified
Questioning the reasons behind Jesus' crucifixion.
Was it for this that Daddy died?
Wondering if Jesus' crucifixion had any connection to the speaker's father's death.
Was it for you? Was it me?
Questioning whether Jesus' sacrifice was for the speaker or the listener.
Did I watch too much TV?
Reflecting on whether excessive TV consumption played a role in the world's problems.
Is that a hint of accusation in your eyes?
Suspecting an accusatory look in someone's eyes and seeking clarification.
If it wasn't for the Nips
Expressing a hypothetical scenario involving the Japanese (Nips) and their shipbuilding skills.
Being so good at building ships
Recognizing Japan's proficiency in shipbuilding as a factor affecting shipyards in Clyde, Scotland.
The yards would still be open on the Clyde
Imagining the shipyards on the Clyde would still be operational if not for Japan's competition.
And that can't be much fun for them
Commenting on the challenges faced by those working in the shipyards.
Beneath the rising sun
Referring to Japan as the "rising sun" and hinting at the difficulties faced by Japanese youth.
With all their kids committing suicide
Noting the alarming rate of suicides among Japanese youth.
What have we done, Maggie, what have we done?
Raising questions about the decisions and actions of Maggie, possibly referring to Margaret Thatcher.
What have we done to England?
Expressing concern about the impact of decisions on England and its future.
Should we shout, should we scream
Pondering whether to express frustration or discontent and questioning the loss of the post-war dream.
"What happened to the post war dream?"
Possibly considering vocalizing displeasure about the failure of the post-war dream.
Oh Maggie, Maggie what did we do?
Addressing Maggie (Thatcher) and expressing regret or questioning the consequences of collective actions.
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