All Work No Joy

from All Work No Joy by John Christian

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During the time I was changing from nice guy to the subversive that I am - circa 1980 - I wrote this song. I love working. It is not about being against work. What I am usually upset about when it comes to work is that it never seems to be enough for those who want from us everything.

The almighty dollar rules the day and even if you feel you don't need much the powers that be will keep banging on your door demanding more and more from you. Their greed is a bottomless pit.

interesting note: no band ever did this song justice, This is the first recording of All Work No Joy since I wrote it with the exception of an aborted attempt recorded by Don White in 1980.

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Work for money
Two sets of rules – different opportunities
Wonder, do you fair well here
With all the handicaps you’ve got

Slave for fun
When will you have delight – two different cages
Don’t listen to the howling
It may call you in and then …

All work no joy

Work for money
Impotence – you’ll never admit to it
If all you have is what you need
In your backyard – your family tree
Never mind the pain

No Joy
Two sides to every face
One only does it for the purse
Can’t be satisfied until it’s over
Two different attitudes each opposing and then …

All work no joy

Work for money
There are no rules – uneven opportunities
One alternative exception
Can found seen through your stare

Dance for life
Above all remain pacified
Don’t mistake that cage for more
It’s worth is directly proportional to the time spent
Looking for the open door and then ...

All work no joy

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from All Work No Joy, released April 18, 2016
John Christian - electric guitar, vocals, bass, Fender Rhodes, accordion, anvil, sheet metal, arrangements, and productions.

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