Musicians Must Survive

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MUSICIANS MUST SURVIVE
By Nate Bernardini

You wanna book us at your venue,
But you can't pay a dime.
Yes we do this out of passion,
But we also must survive.

A concert is a service.
It's a lot of work and practice.
You're "sorry" you say,
"These are hard times."
But excuse me, man,
Musicians must survive!

And you just keep on saying.
"You guys are great! Don't worry,
You're gonna make it some day."

Do you think that I was born on planet Mars?
I'm not that handsome.
I sure as hell can't dance.
In reality, we're hardly even noticed.
This industry has gone to shit!
Come on, you know this.

You say, "But look! You're having a good time."
And I'll be honest; you're right.
But this beer you give still won't pay the bills.
Musicians can't simply live off cheap thrills.

I think it's time we open up our eyes;
Musicians must survive.

But you just keep on saying.
"You guys are great!
How would you like to come
and play in my club?"

Do you think that I was born up in the clouds?
I see right through you! I know how you exploit!
You want more people to come.
You need more business.
You're an abuser of this capitalistic system
of which many struggling artists have fallen victim.

Just because we do this out of love,
Doesn't mean you shouldn't pay.
Please don't act dumb.

I think it's time you open up our eyes;
Musicians must survive.

And you just keep on saying,
"You guys are great! Come on!
Play in my club! Go!"

And you just keep on saying,
"You guys are great!
How would you like to come and play for free?"

"Ummmm.....ok."

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from The One Day Fly, released June 10, 2017

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The One Day Fly Germersheim, Germany

The One Day Fly is not a cover band. They only perform original music – not to annoy their audience but to make more room for local, independent music. Tackling subjects like capitalist exploitation, dancing on moonlit beaches and shopping for love online, their songs paint an ever-changing picture of western society and the complex human condition. ... more

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