Good post Blazes. It may be old but still worth a listen since there are still plenty of people willing to "blame the media" for all the ills of society.
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Blazes
He is probably one of 20 th century musical genius in my opinion but how about the lyrics of his tunes.
I think many of his lyrics are as genius as his music. Sure some of them are downright silly (though I think there is plenty of room for humor in music) but some are brilliantly satirical and a lot more insightful than a lot of other so-called "socially conscious" lyrics.
FZ's one of my all time heroes as a musician, lyricist, composer and general human being.
Anybody who hasn't read "The Real Frank Zappa Book" is missing out on the insights of a fascinating mind.
"I happen to have perfect situational awareness, Lana. Which cannot be taught, by the way. Like a poet's ... mind for ... to make the perfect words." - Sterling Archer