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[Verse 1]
\nUncertainty over certainty
\nTotally distorted reality
\nNo clue of what to do
\nHe’s just putting it to you<\/p>\n

[Chorus]
\nAre you in a state of confusion
\n(Over the state of the nation)
\nShredded Constitution
\n(Science under destruction)<\/p>\n

[Bridge]
\n(Oh, oh, oh) What a wacko<\/p>\n

[Verse 2]
\nCertainly uncertain
\nRationality is hurtin’
\nNo clue what he does
\nTurning is to was<\/p>\n

[Chorus]
\nAre you in a state of confusion
\n(Over the state of the nation)
\nShredded Constitution
\n(Science under destruction)<\/p>\n

[Bridge]
\n(Oh, oh, oh) What a wacko
\nHe’s gotta go
\n(Go, go, go)
\nWoe, oh, oh
\n(No know, know no)<\/p>\n

[Chorus]
\nAre you in a state of confusion
\n(Over the state of the nation)
\nShredded Constitution
\n(Science under destruction)<\/p>\n

[Outro]
\n(Oh, oh, oh) What a wacko<\/p>\n

ABOUT THE SONG<\/p>\n

The song “State of Confusion”<\/strong> is a sharp critique of Donald Trump\u2019s embrace of anti-science rhetoric, conspiracy theories, and erosion of democratic norms<\/strong>. Here’s a breakdown of how the lyrics relate to these themes:<\/p>\n

[Verse 1]<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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“Uncertainty over certainty \/ Totally distorted reality”<\/strong>
This likely refers to Trump’s constant promotion of misinformation and conspiracy theories<\/strong>, from climate denial and anti-vaccine rhetoric to election fraud claims. His actions and statements often replaced scientific consensus with ideological confusion<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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“No clue of what to do \/ He’s just putting it to you”<\/strong>
This could reflect the chaotic nature of his leadership \u2014 acting on impulse or manipulating public opinion<\/strong> rather than following coherent policy or science-based decision-making.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

[Chorus]<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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“Are you in a state of confusion (Over the state of the nation)”<\/strong>
A direct callout to the national disorientation<\/strong> under Trump \u2014 a time when truth was under attack<\/strong>, and many felt destabilized by constant upheaval in leadership, norms, and truth.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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“Shredded Constitution (Science under destruction)”<\/strong>
This is a powerful line \u2014 suggesting:<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n