In Hoboken, on Washington Street, stands the Madison Bar and Grill. Directly across the street The Jefferson opened its doors. The situation simply had to become a song. Portions of the song are historically accurate to the actual US Presidents, but I don't suggest anybody use this song for a school report. This was originally mixed to sound like a scratchy 78rpm record, and had three voices throughout because I was attempting a Triplets of Bellville thing. Postscript: Madison won the battle, and Jefferson is now a sushi restaurant.
Written 28 May 2005.
lyrics
We all know about Madison
Always in opposition
against majority faction
but offers free parking
everyone would go to him
Have you heard about Jefferson?
Arrived at the end of Washington
made a purchase to try to win
the people's favour so they would spend
all their money on him
Starts at lunchtime and all day long
the battle rages on and on
served along with every plate
this furious debate
Madison tried to ratify
all supporters get free pie
but Jefferson then countered with
major parties don't have to tip
Madison versus Jefferson
Starts at lunchtime and all day long
the battle rages on and on
served along with every plate
this furious debate
all the people are torn between
presidential dining
should they be joined by Truman
they'll continue on but no one can win
Madison versus Jefferson
It's the battle of Hoboken
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