The Liar
Dawn of Deception: The Liar's DownfallLyrics
The moon was gold in winter sky
The moon had a golden hue in the winter sky.
the word was old, the ink was dry
The information or message was well-known, and no new information was being added (metaphorically, the ink had dried).
a vulture flew, the eagle screeched
There was a mix of scavenging and noble birds present.
when the liar was impeached
When the person who consistently lied was officially accused or charged.
The lady lay like one asleep
A woman appeared to be sleeping, possibly unaware of impending danger.
around her body thieves did creep
Thieves were stealthily moving around her.
A crooked general gave a speech
A morally corrupt leader made a speech.
when the liar was impeached
At the time when the consistent liar faced accusations or charges.
Moscow Mitch did squat and squirm
Political figures (such as Mitch McConnell) acted evasively.
Cruz and Hawley spat "Stand firm!"
Ted Cruz and Josh Hawley urged others to remain steadfast in their stance.
Their tongues were forked, one and each
They spoke deceitfully and insincerely (forked tongues).
when the liar was impeached
During the time of accusations or charges against the habitual liar.
Lord Haw-haw in his studio scowled
A historical reference to a propaganda broadcaster, Lord Haw-Haw, expressing anger or disapproval.
conspiracy crazies raved and howled
Extreme and irrational individuals expressed themselves loudly.
the shining Capitol gates were breached
The secure and prestigious gates of the Capitol were forcefully entered.
when the liar was impeached
At the time when the habitual liar faced accusations or charges.
Watching all this, the liar stood
The habitual liar observed the events unfold.
clad in his cloak of victimhood
He wore an attitude of being a victim, using it as a shield.
He cursed and cried, blew and beseeched
He expressed frustration, anger, and made pleas for mercy.
And then he was impeached
Finally, the habitual liar faced accusations or charges.
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