Thwart-Pt-1.mp3
Thwart-Pt-1.mp4
Thwart-Pt-2.mp3
Thwart-Pt-2.mp4
Thwart-intro.mp3
[Verse 1]
Can we stop the show
It’s too late to debate hate
“Let our people go”
Time to increase the lovin’ rate
[Chorus]
Purport to thwart
A decline
Instead resort
To crime time
[Verse 2]
To this show say, “No, no, no”
We’ve got to find a better way
Those in charge simply just don’t know
How things are going in this day
[Chorus]
Purport to thwart
A decline
Instead resort
To crime time
[Bridge]
Thwart (in the court)
Of public opinion
(Mere minion?)
[Chorus]
Purport to thwart
A decline
Instead resort
To crime time
[Outro]
Thwart!
(Ugh, pull his plug — abort)
Thwart!
ABOUT THE SONG
“Thwart” and the Trump Presidency: A Descent into Crime Time
The song “Thwart” can be interpreted as a sharp critique of the Trump presidency, using metaphor and rhythm to express public frustration with a leader who claims to resist national decline but instead exacerbates it—through chaos, division, and legal brinkmanship.
Verse 1: A Plea to End the Spectacle
“Can we stop the show / It’s too late to debate hate / ‘Let our people go’ / Time to increase the lovin’ rate”
This verse evokes a plea for unity and decency amid a political “show” characterized by spectacle and division. The reference to “debate hate” suggests the normalization of racism, xenophobia, and othering during Trump’s tenure. The line “Let our people go” echoes biblical liberation, framing the Trump era as one in which people feel trapped by policies rooted in resentment and fear.
Chorus: Hypocrisy and Decline
“Purport to thwart / A decline / Instead resort / To crime time”
Here, the central irony is laid bare: while Trump presents himself as the one who can “thwart” America’s decline, his actions—ranging from alleged legal violations to undermining democratic institutions—accelerate it. “Crime time” hints at the former president’s entanglement with legal cases, criminal indictments, and a culture of lawlessness masked as populist rebellion.
Verse 2: Disconnect from Reality
“To this show say, ‘No, no, no’ / We’ve got to find a better way / Those in charge simply just don’t know / How things are going in this day”
This verse expresses widespread disillusionment. The administration, perceived as out of touch, continues its performance while everyday Americans struggle with inequality, healthcare gaps, and climate threats. The lyrics suggest it’s time to reject the farce and demand practical, empathetic governance.
Bridge: The Court of Public Opinion
“Thwart (in the court) / Of public opinion / (Mere minion?)”
This bridge cleverly weaves in the idea of being “thwarted” not just in courts of law, but in the broader arena of public judgment. The reference to being a “mere minion” satirizes the authoritarian overtones of Trump’s leadership style, suggesting that despite claims of being a strongman, he may be a servant to darker forces—whether political enablers, media echo chambers, or oligarchic interests.
Outro: Desperation and Rejection
“Thwart! / (Ugh, pull his plug — abort) / Thwart!”
The outro channels a visceral reaction—an urgent desire to end what the song portrays as a dangerous and destructive administration. “Pull his plug” and “abort” represent the final rejection of the Trump spectacle, not just politically but morally and socially.
From the album “Thwart“