The Medal

A telegram for me, Sir?
What does it say?
"Killed in Action"
Oh God, he's dead...
I'm to go to Washington...
...to get his award from the President
And to hear his speech...
...on how this country needs more men to die like him...

Oh no!!!

Can this medal love me in the morning?!
Can this medal replace my dreams and plans?!
Oh, can your medal kiss me on cold evenings?
No! Your piece of gold cannot replace my man...
Never!!!

This was his country and his home
His pride was a birthright that he owned
He never understood the reasons for this war
But he had no choice, you have no commanding voice
And it can't be right
'Cause something's wrong inside of me
I said, "Something's wrong!"
Oh! Can this medal love me in the morning?!
Can this medal replace my dreams and plans?!
Oh! Can your medal kiss me on cold evenings?
No no! That piece of gold cannot replace my man...

[...] Mr. President
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