Freedom ain't free, when the truth's left behind 

The allure of socialism is undeniable. Promises of equality and access to universal education and healthcare are enticing. What proponents seems to avoid discussing is the inherent loss of individual freedoms, the inefficiency of centralized planning, the massive opportunity for fraud and corruption, the censorship and, last but not least, the horrible track record of countries who have traveled that path.

That socialist ideas and dreams still live among some of my gray-haired contemporaries and today's university students is a testament to the success of the 45 goals of communism in America read into the congressional record in 1963.

The "educational system" in this country has created generations of compliant students who lack the historical perspective that would inform them about life under socialism/communism. They don't even have the curiosity to entertain the ideas because they've been so conditioned to accept the inherent fairness and equality espoused by socialists.

This piece is intended to highlight the failures of socialism in the 20th and 21st centuries and is a companion to both "45 Goals" and "Socialism's History". It was inspired by this quote attributed to Larry Lambert in 2019:

"The problem with socialism is that you can vote your way into it

but you need to shoot your way out of it."

Shoot Your Way Out

[Instrumental Intro]

[Verse 1] 

You hear the promises, sweet as pie 

Sharing the wealth, no one left high and dry 

Vote 'em in with a smile on your face 

Compassion's the word, fair share's the chase 

But deep down you know, it's a thief in the night 

Taking what's yours, claiming it's right 

[Chorus] 

You can vote your way into the red 

Socialism's call, filling your head 

But when the dream crumbles, and the blood starts to spill 

You'll have to shoot your way out, against their will 

Shoot your way out, from the chains they bind 

Freedom ain't free, when the truth's left behind 

[Verse 2] 

They demonize the haves, praise the crowd 

Build their empire on lies out loud 

Bread lines form, the plans all fail 

Scapegoats hunted, thrown in jail 

True believers cling to the flame 

But reality hits like a runaway train 

[Chorus] 

You can vote your way into the red 

Socialism's call, filling your head 

But when the dream crumbles, and the blood starts to spill 

You'll have to shoot your way out, against their will 

Shoot your way out, from the chains they bind 

Freedom ain't free, when the truth's left behind 

[Instrumental solo]

[Bridge] 

History whispers of kulaks and graves 

Purges and famine, the cost of their waves 

Can't defy gravity, can't cheat the game 

Supply and demand, they'll always reclaim 

So stock up now, while the sun still shines 

'Cause when it goes dark, you'll draw the lines 

[Verse 3] 

From Moscow's fall to the jokes they tell 

Mother's fear when the communists swell 

We see the signs in our own backyard 

Lies on the screen, hitting us hard 

Vote with your heart, but keep your aim true 

'Cause escaping the trap might come down to you 

[Chorus] 

You can vote your way into the red 

Socialism's call, filling your head 

But when the dream crumbles, and the blood starts to spill 

You'll have to shoot your way out, against their will 

Shoot your way out, from the chains they bind 

Freedom ain't free, when the truth's left behind 

[Outro] 

Shoot your way out... yeah, shoot your way out 

The price of the lie, without a doubt 

[Instrumental outro]

This is original work is produced by AK Darvinson with a combination of observation, critical thinking, insight, heart, compassion, passion, creativity, and technology. All rights are reserved. Free sharing is encouraged. Commercial use via license only.