This is only song on this compilation originally written by Wyatt. It is political as is most of his writing, it concerns how we’re constantly told to value our freedom and how “lucky” we are even though we live with so many constrictions on our actions and political behaviour.
At least I won't be shot for singing
I'm a free agent – I can protest
This must be freedom
I must be happy!
So let Mandela rot in prison
Someone should tell him how lucky he is
Read him George Orwell, explain about Naipaul because
He must realize how he needs us
What with our Culture, our Charm and our Brains
But how could he understand?
Heathen have no soul
Born Again Cretin was written by Robert Wyatt.
Born Again Cretin was produced by Robert Wyatt.