"State of the Art" genre: Guitar Rock
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	A lament over the condition of the "pop" music industry.
	CD: Demo disc
	Story Behind the Song This song was written about the state of the music business and how they constantly bombard you with the latest one hit wonder. "Radio airplay, only for one day." Lyrics State of the Art I Top ten fever, one hit wonder Lost in the shuffle & bumped for another. Groomed & styled, with eyes on greed Be corporate puppets, then succeed. Radio airplay, only for one day Dropped at the whim of an arrogant DJ. Best new act, band of the year Six months later you’ve all disappeared. Chorus You’re number one; you’re on a roll. Now you’re a hit but lost your soul. Make a million, climb the charts. Don’t ask why- It’s just the state of the art! II Prophets of angst, preachers of hate Despise the world-tempting fate. Fame is fleeting & fans depart. Fortune is gone, now its back to the start (it’s over). Now you’re the big time, center stage Everywhere you play, fans are in a rage They pay top dollar to join in the show You think they’ll follow wherever you go. Bridge What is wrong with the world today? You’ve got a deal but can’t even play. Glorious & surreal when onstage. It’s not even real; it's just an image. What will you do when the fame runs out? Greed killed your fame; all hope is in doubt You should’ve listened, Mr. Warhol was right! Just 15 minutes ‘til they turn out the lights!

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